About the role
The Assistant Purchasing Specialist is responsible for the daily execution of purchasing orders, monitoring delivery schedules, and maintaining active supplier communication and management. This role plays a key part in quality issue resolution, ensuring materials are delivered on time and to exact quality standards, maintaining supply chain stability, and supporting the smooth implementation of company production and operational plans.
Key Responsibilities
Handle the processing and execution of local and overseas purchasing orders, including delivery date tracking and progress control.
Manage quality complaints in accordance with company standards and procedures, following up on feedback from customers and production departments.
Drive suppliers to complete rectification, rework, replacement, and claims to continuously elevate supplier quality performance.
Maintain daily communication and foster strong working relationships with existing suppliers.
Conduct regular comprehensive evaluations on supplier reliability, quality performance, and service levels, following up on required improvement implementations.
Support the broader procurement team and complete other related tasks assigned by the supervisor.
College degree or above in a related field.
1–2 years of relevant working experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.
High level of integrity and honesty, accompanied by strong communication and analytical skills.
Good command of written English.
Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, etc.).
Strong team spirit and effective interpersonal coordination capability.
Proactive, responsible, detail-oriented, logical, and able to work effectively under pressure.
Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.