Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Using the MRP system (SAP), generates purchase orders to specific suppliers for required components.

• Quotes part of the material from Requests for Quotation (RFQs) for technical and sales program management, including sourcing of new items.

• Requests additional materials as needed to support production shortages, expedites, and other project- or customer-specific situations. Requests type A components and ensures B-C parts are in order (support for overseas parts).

• Maintains and updates inventory levels of "in-stock" components along with the weekly reorder report, open order report, and shortage reports.

• Manages supplier/customer relationships.

• Maintains and updates supplier information and literature.

• Clarifies and resolves component discrepancies and BOM errors.

• Coordinates delivery or invoice discrepancies with the material receiving area and accounts payable.

• Expedites overdue orders with suppliers.

• Sends RFQs to suppliers to obtain the best prices and delivery terms.

• Maintains component information (pricing, discounts, minimum/multiples, lead times, etc.) in the MRP system.

• Performs previous production cost calculations and finds the best prices (Material Cost Management).

• Manages the supplier evaluation system for materials.

• Maintains material traceability as required.

• Follows established processes within the global purchasing center.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• +5 years of experience purchasing electronic products using provided tools.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Practical knowledge of MS Office (with emphasis on Excel).

• Proficient in MRP/ERP software (preferably SAP).

• Advanced level of English

• Understanding of various component distribution channels.

• Strong negotiation skills required.