Purchasing Supervisor
Your Solution Partner.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise and coordinate daily operations of the Purchasing team.
- Provide guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to buyers and clerks.
- Support contract development including VMI agreements and supplier terms.
- Set material commit dates in alignment with sales and production schedules.
- Monitor market trends and recommend sourcing strategies.
- Ensure procurement of materials at optimal cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
- Serve as escalation point for supplier disputes and delivery issues.
- Track and report non-recurring engineering (NRE) costs.
- Manage and report purchasing KPIs monthly and quarterly.
- Represent purchasing in cross-functional teams and initiatives.
- Maintain inventory levels aligned with business objectives.
- Support supplier compliance and participate in supplier reviews.
- Lead supplier relationship management efforts.
- Oversee obsolete stock review and disposition.
- Act as point of contact for internal and external audits (e.g., ISO, CAPA).
- Escalate critical supply chain issues and lead resolution efforts.
- Negotiate cost reduction opportunities with suppliers.
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Solid understanding of purchasing processes and supply chain fundamentals
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Negotiation skills appropriate for tactical purchasing
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field
- 3-5 years of purchasing experience in electronics or high-tech manufacturing
- Experience supervising procurement teams preferred
- ISM or APICS certification is a plus
Elma offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and benefits package.
Elma Electronic Inc. is proud of our diversity and equal employment opportunity practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. (Salary Range: $90k - $100k)Recommended Jobs
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