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Wooltari Is Hiring A Local Purchasing & Procurement Specialist
Join Our Team as a Local Purchasing & Procurement Specialist (Full-time) 🚀
Wooltari USA Inc., a dynamic fast-growing e-commerce company specializing in premium Korean foods and lifestyle products, is looking for a dedicated professional to support our purchasing and procurement operations across the United States. If you are passionate about food distribution, detail-oriented, and eager to grow within a thriving company, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
About Wooltari USA Inc. 🧳
Wooltari USA Inc. is headquartered in Carson, CA, with an additional fulfillment center in Pennsylvania. We manage a catalog of over 1,000 refrigerated, frozen, and shelf-stable products sourced from Korea and domestic partners. As a leader in Korean specialty foods, we prioritize product quality, operational excellence, and disciplined supply chain management to fuel our rapid growth.
Why Join Us? 🌟
At Wooltari, you'll be part of a hands-on, execution-driven team where your work has immediate, visible impact. This role offers direct exposure to:
- Purchasing and inventory management
- Product development
- Warehouse operations
It's an ideal position for someone eager to advance within the food distribution industry in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Position Overview 🎯
We are seeking a Local Purchasing & Procurement Specialist to support purchasing operations, inventory control, and new product development—particularly for locally sourced and processed food items. This operational-focused role demands close collaboration with vendors, internal teams, and warehouses to ensure accurate purchasing, timely replenishment, and successful product launches.
Key Responsibilities 📝
- Handle daily purchasing operations related to food distribution and new product development
- Issue, track, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) with vendors
- Monitor inventory levels and manage inbound/outbound records for replenishment and availability
- Support development of new products, including locally processed meat and food items
- Prepare documentation for new products, monthly closing reports, and other purchasing-related reports
- Coordinate with warehouse, fulfillment, and operations teams to ensure accuracy and timely execution
- Support warehouse fulfillment during busy periods
- Assist in QC food prep, product testing, and sampling as needed
- Maintain precise purchasing records for operational and audit purposes
- Perform other purchasing and operational duties as assigned
- Occasional lifting of 30–50 lbs may be required
Qualifications ✅
- Strong interest in food distribution, purchasing, and product development
- Creative, detail-oriented, and dependable with a strong sense of ownership
- Proficient with Excel, Google Workspace, and internal systems
- Bilingual in English and Korean (required)
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working both in an office and warehouse setting
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications 💡 (Optional)
- Experience in food distribution, purchasing, inventory management, or supply chain operations
- Experience working with perishable, refrigerated, or frozen products
- Previous exposure to warehouse or fulfillment operations
Employment Details 📋
- Location: Carson, CA
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Compensation: $70,000–$80,000 (commensurate with experience)
📧 To apply: Please send your resume to apply@wooltariusa.com
