Procurement​/Logistics Administrative Assistant - Japanese Bilingual

Location: Torrance, CA | Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Employment Type: Temporary / Temp-to-Hire

Assignment Duration: Approximately 3–6 months

Schedule: Full-time preferred | Monday–Friday

Hourly Rate: $23–$28/hour (DOE)

Start Date: ASAP

Japanese Bilingual: A plus, not required

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Procurement / Logistics Administrative Assistant to support purchasing and logistics operations for electrical materials.

This position involves communicating with U.S. suppliers, processing purchase orders, tracking shipments, and preparing shipping documents for Japan.

The ideal candidate is reliable, accurate, and comfortable handling a high volume of administrative tasks. Industry experience is not required, and candidates with general office experience are encouraged to apply.

This is a temporary position with potential for permanent employment after approximately 6 months. A 3-month temporary assignment may also be considered.

• Communicate with U.S. suppliers regarding quotations, orders, and delivery schedules.
• Assist with preparing quotations and purchase orders.
• Track order status, delivery schedules, and shipments.
• Coordinate international shipments to Japan and prepare shipping documents.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate records.
• Verify documents, inventory records, and delivery confirmations.
• Provide general administrative support as needed.

• Previous administrative or office experience required.
• Basic computer skills, including email, data entry, and document preparation.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a small team.
• Willingness to learn and handle repetitive, detail-oriented tasks.

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or order processing.
• Experience in logistics, shipping, or import/export operations.
• Experience communicating with suppliers.
• Experience working in a Japanese business environment.
• Japanese language skills are a plus, but not required.

• Onsite: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
• Remote: Wednesday, Friday
• Full-time, 5 days per week preferred.
• Free onsite parking available.

Our client is looking for someone who is proactive, dependable, and eager to learn and grow in a small-team environment.

Candidates with strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude will be considered even without direct procurement or logistics experience.