Manager, Purchasing

Benchmark Electronics - Huntsville, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Huntsville, AL

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Manager of Purchasing at Benchmark Electronics is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the economic acquisition of materials to support various product lines and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies. This role emphasizes cost, quality, and delivery, ensuring compliance with company policies and fostering strong relationships with suppliers. The position is integral to the company's mission of innovation and making a meaningful impact across multiple sectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the procurement of materials to support product lines and MRO supplies.
• Develop plans for the acquisition of components, subassemblies, and equipment.
• Approve the negotiation of purchase orders within authorized limits.
• Monitor purchases for compliance with policies and ensure economical price attainment.
• Resolve major material problems as they arise.
• Meet with major vendors to promote the company's interests and identify changing market conditions.
• Foster and maintain reliable working relationships with suppliers and develop performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and customer requirements.
• Coordinate material cost inputs to support the quoting process.
• Review the progress of function's activities and initiate corrective actions as required.
• Develop and strategize the utilization of Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business Plans.

Requirements

• 4-year degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of experience in commodity purchasing/planning; 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Advanced knowledge using Visual Basic and/or SQL.
• Understanding of material procurement processes, capacity planning, and inventory analysis.
• Understanding of ERP tools (MAPICS, Baan or equivalent).
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.
• Strong financial understanding and risk analysis ability.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in continuous improvement activities with documentation and presentations.
• Multi-cultural experience and effective customer interface skills.

Benefits

• Career growth opportunities
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Purpose-driven work that impacts various sectors