Strategic Purchasing Leader - Electronics OEM

CPJobs International; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

CPJobs International is seeking a Senior Purchasing Leader to drive regional procurement across our electronics manufacturing footprint in Hong Kong and China. You will lead a 15–20 person team, shaping strategy, supplier relations and inventory programmes to ensure stable, cost-effective materials flow for factory operations.

The role requires a proven track record in electronics purchasing, strong leadership, and fluent English and Chinese (Putonghua).

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering or Supply Chain.
• 8+ years in purchasing, procurement or supply-chain management.
• 5+ years of management experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong experience in order fulfilment, material sourcing and strategic supplier management.
• Good knowledge of mechanical, electronic and electromechanical components, including market prices and supplier capabilities.
• Good communications in English and Chinese, including Putonghua.
• Practical, results-oriented and collaborative leadership style.
• Proven record of building and developing effective purchasing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Purchasing team and ensure a smooth supply of materials for daily factory operations.
• Develop purchasing strategies to improve cost, efficiency, flexibility and service levels.
• Monitor supplier performance in quality, delivery, cost and responsiveness.
• Work with suppliers to resolve problems and drive continuous improvement.
• Regularly review and improve the Approved Vendor List (AVL).
• Review supplier lead times and develop a strong and reliable supplier base.
• Establish and manage Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programmes with key, high-volume suppliers.
• Reduce inventory costs while maintaining material availability.
• Organise annual supplier conferences to share forecasts and company strategies.
• Develop cost-reduction programmes for direct and indirect materials.
• Achieve savings without affecting product quality or delivery performance.
• Standardise purchasing procedures between Hong Kong and China teams.
• Ensure purchasing activities follow company policies and control requirements.
• Develop contingency and risk-management plans to prevent shortages and disruptions.
• Lead team training, talent development, succession planning and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Inventory management

Cost reduction

Cross-functional collaboration

English/Putonghua

Education

University degree in relevant field

Job description

CPJobs International is seeking a Senior Purchasing Leader to drive regional procurement across our electronics manufacturing footprint in Hong Kong and China. You will lead a 15–20 person team, shaping strategy, supplier relations and inventory programmes to ensure stable, cost-effective materials flow for factory operations.

The role requires a proven track record in electronics purchasing, strong leadership, and fluent English and Chinese (Putonghua).