Purchasing / Buyer (Fremont)

Purchasing / Buyer

#Procurement, #ERP, #MRP, #EMS, #Electronics

Company Description

Sonic Manufacturing Technologies (Fremont, CA USA) is a trusted regional turnkey Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) specializing in materials procurement, assembly, test, and quality assurance. The company offers comprehensive solutions, including prototypes, new product introduction (NPI), and volume production. Sonic is committed to producing top-quality products on rapid turn-around times with proprietary solutions and a skilled team focused on the highest level of customer service. www.sonicmfg.com

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Purchasing / Buyer role located in Fremont, CA. The Procurement Specialist / Buyer will be responsible for overseeing their portion of the purchasing processes, creating & managing purchase orders, and collaborating with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery. The role involves working with planning data independently, placing purchase orders, monitoring supplier deliveries and changes to factory schedules, and evaluating sourcing strategies to meet production requirements efficiently. The candidate will also be expected to communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors to maintain factory operations and openly resolve potential supply chain issues.

Qualifications

Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP / MRP) applications preferred

Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.

Working understanding of the ASCM / APICS body of knowledge. Certification is a plus

Personal initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Excellent verbal and written communications skills and the initiative to make things happen

Ability to work well with other functional groups and at all levels in the organization

Willingness to candidly address problems and mistakes that will influence factory performance

US Citizens and Green Card holders only at this time. Recruiters not accepted.

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