Purchasing Assistant

As a Purchasing Assistant at our Tier 1 supplier in Lexington, OH, your main responsibilities will include securing quotes for new parts, managing purchase orders, and coordinating schedules to ensure timely production launches. You’ll also be supporting sales efforts by consolidating supplier quotes and creating competitive price options for customers.

To become a Purchasing Assistant at our automotive company, you must be fluent in Japanese. While previous experience in purchasing or supply chain management is beneficial, it is not a requirement. We value your willingness to learn and adapt as part of our team.

We understand that relocating for a job can be challenging, which is why we offer relocation cost support for our Purchasing Assistant positions. This support ensures a smoother transition as you begin your career in the automotive industry with us.

Absolutely! As a Purchasing Assistant at our company, you will be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values growth. We provide focused support and training in new model operations, which paves the way for career advancement and an opportunity to take on more responsibilities in the future.

Our work environment is dynamic, collaborative, and supportive. As a Purchasing Assistant, you’ll work closely with a team of professionals who are dedicated to bringing high-quality automotive parts to market, providing you with an enriching experience as you contribute to our projects.

This question allows you to express your genuine interest in the automotive industry and your excitement about the role. You might discuss your passion for the sector, the company's reputation, or how the purchasing function aligns with your career goals.

You can explain your approach to time management and prioritization skills. Consider mentioning using tools or techniques, such as to-do lists or prioritization matrices, to effectively manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.

Share a specific situation where a challenge arose, explaining the context, the actions you took, and the result. Emphasize your problem-solving skills, adaptability, and positive outcome to showcase your ability to thrive under pressure.

Discuss skills such as attention to detail, strong communication, and ability to work collaboratively. Also, highlight the importance of being organized and having a basic understanding of sourcing and procurement processes.

Explain your method for sourcing supplier quotes effectively, including your stance on building relationships, effective communication, and negotiating to ensure competitive pricing while maintaining quality standards.

Showcase your research by discussing the company’s history, mission, and its position in the automotive supply chain. Emphasize your understanding of the importance of supporting major manufacturers and delivering high-quality parts.

Talk about the tools or systems you use to stay organized, such as spreadsheets, project management tools, or digital calendars. Discuss the importance of monitoring deadlines and regular communications to keep everything on track.

You might reference variables such as market fluctuations, the need for communication with various stakeholders, and tight deadlines in production launches. Discuss how these challenges can be navigated with effective strategies.

Describe how a Purchasing Assistant contributes by securing necessary parts, managing the timeline for production, and handling supplier coordination. Highlight the critical nature of this role in ensuring successful launches.

Discuss how your fluency in Japanese aids in communication with supplier partners and enhances the procurement process. You could also touch on the added value of cultural understanding in negotiations and relationship-building.