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Procurement Engineer/SpecialistDelta Electronics Americas • Fremont, CA, US
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Procurement Engineer / Specialist

Procurement Engineer / Specialist

Delta Electronics Americas • Fremont, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are seeking a technically proficient and detail-oriented Procurement Engineer / Specialist to manage sourcing and procurement activities for engineered components and systems for our solution business. This role serves as a critical liaison between solution team, quality, and the supply chain team to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of products, materials, or systems to meet design and compliance requirements internally and to fulfil project needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review and interpret engineering specifications to identify sourcing requirements
  • Collaborate with solution, engineering, and quality teams to align procurement strategy with design intent and lifecycle needs
  • Identify cost-effective and technically suitable suppliers for mechanical, electrical, and electronic components or systems.
  • Manager RFQ / RFP processes, perform cost analysis, and support supplier selection decisions
  • Negotiate pricing, lead time, quality terms, and technical compliance with vendors
  • Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships, including qualifying new sources
  • Address sourcing risks, long lead time items, and obsolescence concerns in early project design phases
  • Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality or delivery issues in collaboration with QA and operations teams.
  • Maintain procurement data in ERP systems and ensure data accuracy.
  • Ensure procurement documentation aligns with compliance, traceability, and documentation control requirements
  • Track cost savings, delivery timelines, and sourcing KPIs

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Technology, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain engineering.
  • Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
  • Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Excel.
  • Experience in hardware, electronics, automation, or energy sectors.
  • Familiarity with quality and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, RoHS, ITAR, MIL-STD).
  • Experience managing both domestic and global suppliers
  • We are seeking an experienced and technically adept Procurement Engineer / Specialist to lead sourcing and supplier engagement for complex engineered systems and solution-based offerings. This role is responsible for coordinating with engineering, product, and solution delivery teams to identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers that support integrated hardware-software-service solutions across our business lines.

    The ideal candidate has a strong technical background, procurement experience in solution or system-level sourcing, and the ability to manage supplier relationships in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.

    Key Responsibilities

  • ?? Solution-Based Sourcing
  • Lead procurement for engineered-to-order or configurable solution projects involving power systems, robotics, automation, or digital components
  • Work with technical teams to translate system requirements into sourcing specifications and supplier qualification criteria
  • Source components, subsystems, and value-added assemblies such as UPS, controls, sensors, frames, software modules, or integrated panels
  • ?? Supplier Management & Negotiation
  • Identify and develop strategic supplier partnerships, ensuring cost, quality, lead time, and compliance goals are met
  • Lead RFQ / RFP processes, cost analysis, and supplier negotiations for high-mix, low-volume or project-based buys
  • Negotiate master agreements, frame contracts, and service-level expectations with solution and technology vendors
  • ?? Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Serve as a key liaison between engineering, project management, sales, and supply chain teams to ensure technical alignment and delivery readiness
  • Support solution design reviews and contribute input on cost optimization, manufacturability, and supply risk mitigation
  • Ensure procurement documentation supports BOMs, technical drawings / specs, and solution lifecycles
  • ?? Procurement Strategy & Process Improvement
  • Contribute to category strategy development for solution and system sourcing (e.g., powertrain, industrial PC, AI modules, robotics kits)
  • Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance, total cost of ownership, and risk management
  • Monitor industry trends and technology advancements relevant to strategic sourcing
  • Qualifications

  • ? Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field; Master's or MBA preferred
  • 5–10 years of experience in technical procurement, strategic sourcing, or solution supply management
  • Experience in sourcing complex systems or multi-component technical solutions (e.g., robotics, automation, energy systems, or OT / IT integration)
  • Strong negotiation, cost analysis, and supplier development skills
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and collaborate with technical stakeholders
  • ?? Preferred
  • Knowledge of ERP / MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
  • Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards (UL, CE, RoHS, ISO)
  • Experience working with suppliers in North America and Asia
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