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1 yr Contract + Extension Pay Rate: ~$4,145~ /monthly (DOE) Korean Bilingual Required • Analyze organizational IT infrastructure requirements and develop strategic plans for purchasing hardware, software, and maintenance services. • Select vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage procurement processes. • Ensure cost-effective and high-quality products and services are procured. • Business Support: Manage procurement processes for Hardware (H/W), Software (S/W), and Maintenance-related services. • Select vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage procurement processes. • Ensure cost-effective and high-quality products and services are procured. • Demonstrate a clear understanding of the end-to-end purchasing transaction cycle. • Communicate effectively with vendors regarding quote requests, Purchase Orders (POs), and order follow-ups. • Liaise with internal business units for quote requests, POs, and the inspection/Accounts Payable (AP) process. • Log, manage, and track manual PO transactions, perform regular follow-ups, and generate reports for the Team Lead. • Conduct training on internal 'OpenPlace' processes for new internal users. • Negotiate and manage IT infrastructure-related maintenance contracts. • Train newly qualified vendors on how to utilize the Vendor Portal. • Submit regular reports on purchases and maintenance activities. • Resolve invoicing issues or discrepancies by communicating with the vendor’s Accounts Receivable (AR) team. • Support month-end closing activities and related documentation. Requirements • Language: Fluent in both English and Korean (Bilingual required for regular communication with Headquarter). • Experience: Entry level to 3 + years of hands-on purchasing or procurement experience • Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SAP (or equivalent web-based purchasing systems). Special Skills & Qualifications • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate seamlessly with the HQ team, internal staff, and external vendors. • Strong attention to detail and high data accuracy. • Proven ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, and practice effective time management under pressure. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.