Strategic Buyer

ASSA ABLOY; Dublin; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development

Competitive salary

Company pension

Discount portal

Job summary

HKC Security, part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, is seeking a Strategic Buyer - Electronics & Supply Chain based in Ballymount, Dublin. You will own strategic sourcing for electronic components and PCBAs, ensuring a resilient, cost-efficient global electronics supply chain for our security products.

Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain & Operations, you will negotiate with suppliers, lead cost-reduction initiatives, manage EMS providers, and collaborate with R&D, Production, Product Management and

Qualifications

• Significant strategic purchasing experience within the electronics industry.
• Experience managing EMS providers and international suppliers.
• Knowledge of BOM management, component lifecycle, NPI and cost reduction.
• Strong commercial, negotiation, analytical and project-management skills.
• Familiar with UK and Irish market compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for electronic components and materials.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times and commercial agreements with suppliers and distributors.
• Build relationships with manufacturers, distributors and EMS providers.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including shortages and obsolescence.
• Support NPI and cost-reduction initiatives with R&D and Product Management.

Skills

Strategic purchasing

Electronics industry knowledge

Negotiation

Supply chain risk management

Cost reduction

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

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Can you bring your strategic buying skills to our Planning department? Join our team based in Ballymount Dublin and enjoy a collaborative culture that empowers you to build a career you can be proud of.

What would you do as our Strategic Buyer - Electronics and Supply Chain

As our Strategic Buyer – Electronics & Supply Chain for HKC, you will play a key role in developing and managing a competitive, resilient and scalable global electronics supply chain for our innovative security products.

Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain & Operations, you will take ownership of strategic sourcing and the commercial management of electronic components, PCBAs, EMS providers and key supply chain partners. Working collaboratively with Operations, R&D, Production, Product Management, Quality and Finance, you will ensure continuity of supply, drive cost reduction initiatives and support the successful delivery of new product developments.

You will also:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for electronic components, PCBAs and materials, while negotiating pricing, lead times and commercial agreements with suppliers and distributors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with component manufacturers, distributors and EMS providers, while monitoring supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery and service metrics.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including component shortages, obsolescence, extended lead times and single-source dependencies through effective sourcing strategies.
• Partner with R&D and Product Management teams during new product development, providing sourcing expertise, cost analysis and support for cost reduction initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement by analysing BOMs and market trends, delivering cost savings, ensuring global sourcing compliance and enhancing overall supply chain performance.

The skills and experience you need

We are looking for someone who has:

• Significant strategic purchasing experience within the electronics industry, with strong knowledge of electronic components, manufacturers and distribution channels.
• Demonstrable experience managing EMS providers, international suppliers and sourcing from China and other global markets.
• Strong understanding of BOM management, component lifecycle, NPI, VAVE, cost reduction and supply-chain risk management.
• Strong commercial, negotiation, analytical and project-management skills, ideally with experience in electronic security, IoT or connected electronic products
• Is familiar with local compliance and regulatory requirements for the UK and Irish markets.

What we offer

We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us – here’s what we have to offer:

• Learning and career development opportunities, whether it’s online learning, management training or enhancing your skills.
• A competitive salary and incentive schemes.
• Variety of benefits including Holiday Flex, Cycle 2 Work, attractive company pension, discount portal, recognition scheme and wellbeing program… to name just a few!

We review applications regularly, so don’t wait

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us.

To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post.

If you haveany questions about the role or the process, email Nadia Aslam, Recruitment Business Partner at [e-mail] .

Let’s create a safer and more open world - together!

HKC Security is a leading designer and manufacturer of intruder alarm solutions for the UK and Irish markets, committed to delivering innovative and reliable security systems. HKC Security Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY, the world’s leading manufacturer and supplier of door opening solutions, meeting tough end-user demands for safety, security and convenience.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.