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Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

SCOPE RecruitingHartford, WI, US
8 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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

  • 7+ years in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management.
  • 5+ years directly sourcing electronics / PCBs
  • Proven experience managing contract manufacturers and electronic component suppliers
  • ERP system proficiency ( CIS Pro preferred; SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards acceptable).
  • Demonstrated success with RFQs, cost negotiations, and supplier performance management.
  • Experience supporting NPIs and aligning BOM requirements with engineering.

    • Key Competencies

  • Ability to articulate spend categories, sourcing projects, and supplier strategies.
  • Agile and adaptable in a fast-paced environment described as "controlled chaos."
  • Influential leader capable of mentoring buyers and guiding process change without direct authority.
  • Strong communication, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

    • Work Environment & Benefits

  • Onsite in Hartford, WI , with hybrid flexibility after 6 months based on performance.
  • Minimal travel (supplier visits and industry events).
  • Competitive compensation package ($110K–$130K base) plus medical, dental, vision, retirement, and PTO benefits
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