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The role is primarily responsible for purchase order execution, supplier management, material availability, and ERP accuracy, while also coordinating logistics for purchased materials.\nThe position works closely with Planning, Manufacturing, Finance, Warehouse, suppliers, freight forwarders, and global supply chain teams. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong ownership, follow-through, and the ability to proactively identify and resolve supply and logistics issues.\nKey Responsibilities\nPurchasing & Material Management\nExecute and manage purchase orders with domestic and international suppliers based on demand, MRP requirements, and production schedules.\nMonitor supplier commitments, delivery dates, open orders, and on-time delivery performance in the ERP system.\nMaintain accurate purchasing master data, including supplier information, lead times, and pricing.\nCommunicate with suppliers on delivery commitments, shortages, expedites, and supply issues.\nTrack PPV, validate pricing against approved quotes/contracts, and support cost-control initiatives.\nPartner with Planning, Manufacturing, Finance, and Accounts Payable to resolve material, pricing, invoice, and receiving issues.\nLogistics Coordination\nCoordinate transportation of purchased materials with freight forwarders and logistics providers.\nTrack inbound and outbound shipments and proactively address delays, delivery risks, and transportation issues.\nObtain and review freight quotations, coordinate shipment routing/allocation, and verify freight invoices against agreed rates.\nCoordinate quarter-end shipments and expedite critical or time-sensitive deliveries.\nMaintain visibility of in-transit inventory and provide timely status updates to internal stakeholders.\nCoordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams to resolve customs, receiving, and delivery issues.\nCross-Functional & Global Collaboration\nFlexibility to support global supply chain operations outside of standard business hours is an important requirement of this position.\n\nParticipate in supply chain meetings and provide updates on purchase orders, material availability, supplier commitments, and logistics.\nWork with global supply chain teams and suppliers across multiple time zones to support material availability and shipment execution.\nEscalate critical supply, supplier, or logistics risks in a timely manner.\nSupport process improvements related to purchasing efficiency, supplier performance, logistics execution, and lead-time reduction.\nEnsure procurement and logistics activities comply with company policies and documentation requirements.\nQualifications\n2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, materials, or supply chain operations, preferably in technology, electronics, or manufacturing.\nExperience managing purchase orders, suppliers, material availability, and delivery commitments.\nExperience working with freight forwarders, carriers, or logistics providers strongly preferred.\nWorking knowledge of MRP, waterfall analysis, and RYG reporting in an EMS/electronics manufacturing environment.\nFamiliarity with electronic components and BOMs preferred.\nExperience with international suppliers and shipments is a plus.\nStrong analytical, organizational, communication, and follow-through skills.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and proactively resolve issues.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.\nERP experience required; Oracle experience preferred.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills in English; Mandarin-speaking ability is a plus.\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field preferred.\nAssociate degree with relevant purchasing/logistics experience may also be considered.\n2+ years of relevant experience in purchasing, materials, logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations, preferably in a manufacturing environment.\nFortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program.\nWage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. 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