Senior Buyer

Job Description

A leading OEM in the electronics manufacturing industry is seeking a Commodity Manager – Electronics / PCBs to join its sourcing team.

This role will take ownership of one of the organization’s primary contract manufacturing partnerships and lead end-to-end procurement activities — combining tactical execution with long-term strategic sourcing initiatives.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, data-driven procurement professional with deep experience in PCB and electronics sourcing , supplier management, and ERP system utilization. This position offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact while contributing to the company’s continued growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle procurement for PCBs and electronic components through assigned contract manufacturers.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure delivery, quality, and cost performance.
• Execute purchase orders, monitor demand forecasts, and manage critical component availability.
• Lead RFQs, negotiate supplier pricing, and establish favorable agreements and terms.
• Partner closely with engineering and program management to support new product introductions (NPIs).
• Identify and drive cost savings, supplier diversification, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Support ERP system adoption and transition procurement activities from manual to system-based workflows.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sourcing leadership, operations, and engineering teams.

Qualifications

Required Experience

Key Competencies

Work Environment & Benefits