Procurement Specialist

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials, components, supplies, specialized tools, and equipment under company procurement policies.
• Assess requirements and buy on time at reasonable cost while maintaining quality and delivery standards.
• Source vendors, issue RFQs, compare quotations, and select suitable suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier performance and negotiate for cost-effectiveness and reliability.
• Calculate standard costs and margins before issuing purchase orders.
• Manage inventory turnover; analyze BOM needs against stock, identify shortages, and expedite orders.
• Issue blanket purchase orders based on consumption patterns.
• Coordinate with production to ensure material availability for builds.
• Arrange international shipments, including ocean freight from China and LCL consolidation.
• Follow up on samples and delivery schedules and expedite shipments when needed.
• Maintain vendor relationships and alternate sourcing capabilities.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proficient spoken and written English.
• At least 3 years of purchasing or procurement experience; EMS or electronic manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic component and industrial supply sourcing.
• Experience with international vendors, shipping logistics, and customer documentation.
• Vendor negotiation, cost analysis, and inventory management ability.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office, primarily Excel.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills; able to work independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment.

Pay

• Pay is $20.00 to $25.00 per hour; expected hours are 40 per week.

Workplace

• Work location is in person.

Benefits

• Extended health care, life insurance, and on-site parking.