Purchasing Manager

$125,000 - $135,000/Yr

Randstad - Milpitas, CA

Full-time - Manager

Milpitas, CA

Administrative and Support Services

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 while optimizing costs and delivery schedules.

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

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the contract manufacturing industry.
• Experience in mechanical and electronics procurement.
• Managerial, supervisory, or lead experience in purchasing, warehouse, and logistics.
• Proficiency in SAP.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance