Summary: Lead a team of Factory Buyers to ensure efficient processes, secure supply, competitive pricing, and strong communication, driving continuous improvement through digitalization and strategic purchasing. Highlights: 1. Lead and develop a team of Factory Buyers to optimize purchasing strategies 2. Drive process efficiency and compliance through digitalization and automation 3. Ensure security of supply and competitive pricing with key market players **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** * Lead a team of Factory Buyers * Ensure process efficiency and process compliance * Achieve security of supply, competitive pricing, and strong communication with Production Planning and Customer Success teams using SAP * Improve process efficiency through digitalization and automation tools in SAP, and enhance overall team performance * Implement programs that improve purchasing strategies **FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES** * Performance monitoring and guidance to drive continuous improvement for each team member * Team development and task assignment based on individual skills and competencies * Monitor security of supply and define effective actions to mitigate deviations from targets * Analyze, select, and define improvement actions related to security of supply, cost, inventory, and team performance * Review factory demand over a defined period and consolidate requirements into purchase orders with preferred suppliers * Place purchase orders and ensure security of supply while maintaining the lowest possible inventory levels * Maintain professional relationships with suppliers, continuously driving improvement and consistently strong performance (competitive costs, on\-time delivery, and zero quality defects) * Maintain and update supplier information and documentation * Clarify and resolve component discrepancies and errors in the bill of materials (BOM) * Coordinate delivery or invoice discrepancies with Receiving and Accounts Payable departments * Expedite overdue purchase orders with suppliers and keep Production Planning and Customer Success teams informed of status updates through SAP comments * Prepare and submit requests for quotation (RFQs) to suppliers to obtain the best pricing and delivery conditions * Update component information in the MRP system, including pricing, discounts, minimums/multiples, and lead times (fully integrated with SAP) * Manage the supplier classification system * Clean and organize the work area as required * Perform other duties as assigned * Maintain material traceability as required **JOB REQUIREMENTS** * Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field * More than 5 years of experience in purchasing within an electronics manufacturing environment * Understanding of the electronic product distribution structure and knowledge of key market players * In\-depth knowledge of production aspects related to electronic, mechanical, and precision electromechanical assemblies and subassemblies * Strong knowledge of inventory control, inventory turnover, and available supply chain programs that can improve material positioning in a production environment * Strong monitoring skills and overall performance awareness, with attention to detail to understand impact factors for individual buyer improvement * Understanding of different component distribution channels * Solid understanding of MRP concepts and best practices * Strong negotiation skills * **Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written** * **US Valid Visa** Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $1\.00 \- $2\.00 per month Application Question(s): \* How many years of experience do you have in the electronics Industry? (PCBAs and Wire Harness) * How many years of experience do you have in purchasing (MRO and MRP)? * What is your level of SAP (ERP)? \* Do you have US Valid Visa? * What is your level of English? * What are your salary expectations? Work Location: In person