Senior Electronics Buyer - Strategy, Cost & Delivery

Mack Technologies; South Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Mack Technologies in Australia is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead end-to-end procurement of electronic components, materials, and services for production and new product introductions. The role emphasizes balancing cost, quality, and delivery while building supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include RFQs, negotiations, supplier management, and backlog signaling, with a focus on inventory optimization and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 5+ years procurement or supply chain experience, preferably in manufacturing or high-tech industries.
• Expertise in electronic component buying and sourcing, with the ability to recommend alternate items when necessary.
• Experience expediting materials to ensure on-time delivery and prevent delays.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver cost savings and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing activities, including RFQs, negotiations, purchase orders, and supplier management.
• Drive inventory management initiatives to increase turns through stocking programs, right-sizing inventory levels, and optimizing revenue.
• Implement defined sourcing strategies to ensure cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and risk mitigation.
• Provide clear program summaries, including defined actions, accountable owners, and follow-up timelines.
• Properly expedite materials and components to ensure on-time delivery and prevent production delays.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Quality to support business objectives.
• Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Realign materials based on system requirements to help pull in customer orders and support faster shipment.
• Mentor and support junior buyers and purchasing staff.
• Assess and evaluate suppliers and undertake performance reviews to ensure contract compliance and manage performance improvement.
• Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers.
• Other responsibilities as directed and necessary for the business.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

ERP systems

Excel-based analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mack Technologies in Australia is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead end-to-end procurement of electronic components, materials, and services for production and new product introductions. The role emphasizes balancing cost, quality, and delivery while building supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include RFQs, negotiations, supplier management, and backlog signaling, with a focus on inventory optimization and timely delivery.