Summary We are seeking a Purchasing Analyst. In this role, you will be responsible for looking at market outlooks and determine when and what to buy when contracting with vendors, ordering supplies, or making a big investment in a product, technology, etc. You will also be responsible for developing and implementing short- and long-term strategies to purchase commodities. Job Duties * Sourcing suppliers and maintaining long-lasting relationships with them as well as existing suppliers. * Negotiating price, quantity, and delivery schedules with suppliers. * Working with legal counsel to ensure that all contracts relating to product procurement contain all details of the negotiation. * Assessing quotes and compiling a detailed assessment of cost breakdowns. * Generating quote comparisons and contributing to internal supplier selection based on the quotes. * Process purchase requisition & purchase order, price negotiation & maintain purchasing records. * Coordinate with vendors on order status, delivery schedule, shortages, non-conforming goods, RMA issue, and etc. * Providing solutions to improve company spending and outsourcing. * Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Required: Bachelor's degree preferably in Supply Chain or business-related * Preferred: Master's degree preferably in Supply Chain or business-related * 3 to 5 years of working experience as a buyer * Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook * A thorough understanding of sourcing methodologies * Strong negotiation skills * Sound time-management and organizational skills * Team player in multi-culture environment * Flexibility/Adaptability * Bilingual in Mandarin is a plus * Not required but will be a plus * Six Sigma/Lean Sigma, Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Location This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas. WHY AOI? In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers * Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs * Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year * Relocation package available within US * Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US) * Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals