purchasing manager

$125,000 - $135,000/Yr

Unclassified - Milpitas, CA

Full-time - Manager

Milpitas, CA

About the position

The Purchasing Manager will oversee the procurement of raw materials, components, and services necessary for the production of electronic assemblies at a leading contract manufacturer. This role involves managing a team, developing procurement strategies, and ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assign and prioritize tasks within the purchasing team to support efficient procurement operations.
• Set performance targets and KPIs for the team to align with company goals; track and report key metrics to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, fostering continuous skill improvement.
• Conduct cost analysis, scenario planning, and benchmarking to inform purchasing decisions.
• Assess, manage, and mitigate procurement risks.
• Monitor vendor performance to ensure adherence to delivery, quality, and pricing commitments.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies focused on optimizing cost, quality, and delivery.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with key suppliers, particularly for electronic components, PCBs, and other manufacturing materials.
• Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards and on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with production planning and engineering teams to secure materials that align with production schedules, avoiding overstocking or delays.
• Implement inventory management systems to balance lead times and minimize excess or obsolete stock.
• Regularly review stock levels and manage reorder points based on forecasted demand.
• Analyze market trends, commodity prices, and supplier costs to make strategic procurement decisions.
• Lead cost-reduction efforts, including value engineering and alternative sourcing to drive continuous improvement.
• Report purchasing performance, cost savings, and budget variances to senior management.
• Ensure purchased materials meet industry regulations, quality standards, and customer specifications.
• Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks, such as by qualifying alternative suppliers or negotiating long-term agreements.
• Ensure environmental compliance, including sourcing of RoHS and REACH-compliant components.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with suppliers to support mutual goals.
• Conduct regular supplier audits and performance evaluations to encourage continuous improvement and alignment with company objectives.

Requirements

• BS Degree
• Contract manufacturing industry background
• Mechanical and electronics experience
• Manager, Supervisor or lead experience in purchasing
• Experience in Purchasing, Warehouse and Logistics
• Proficiency in SAP

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Incentive and recognition program
• 401K contribution