Buyer

Sanmina Corporation; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in the United States is seeking a Buyer to manage purchasing and supplier relationships. This position involves sourcing, negotiating, and buying a range of components to support production. Candidates should have 5 years of relevant experience in electronic purchasing.

The successful candidate will have strong analytical skills and proficiency in ERP systems, especially Oracle. A collaborative, proactive attitude is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience purchasing electronic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical components.
• Experience in Materials, Supply Chain and/or Cost Accounting is preferred.
• Contract Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing activities and process purchase requisitions in a timely manner.
• Negotiate price/volume/delivery dates.
• Monitor supplier performance and expedite or reschedule deliveries as necessary.

Skills

Purchasing electronic components

Strong analytical skills

Project management

Proficient with MS Office

ERP system experience (preferably Oracle)

Education

5 years experience in purchasing

APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM) certification preferred

Job description

Buyer

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, buying and managing a wide range of purchase requisitions in support of production in a compliant manner aligned with internal policies and procedures.

Nature of Duties

• Coordinate purchasing activities and process purchase requisitions in a timely manner
• Using MRP and/or manual requisitions, analyze demand to determine need
• Send out RFQ's for price and availability
• Negotiate price/volume/delivery dates
• Process RMA's
• Monitor supplier performance and expedite or reschedule deliveries as necessary to meet production requirements
• Responsible for resolving AP/AR issues through analysis and investigation
• Drive profitability through good understanding of our material and labor costs as they relate to our desired business goals
• May research alternative suppliers for obsolete or long lead time parts
• May manage implementation of engineering changes, interpretation of procurement policies, process improvement projects, contract negotiation and approval of PPV's
• Must understand multi-level Bills of Materials (complex assemblies within assemblies)
• Experience using "Price Escalation" clauses to adjust for changing copper and steel market costs
• Familiarity with Incoterms (shipping rules) for moving heavy raw materials
• Ability to manage exchange rate risks for international purchases

Education and Experience

• 5 years experience purchasing electronic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical components
• Contract Manufacturing experience preferred
• Mechanical Manufacturing Operations
• Experience in Materials, Supply Chain and/or Cost Accounting, preferred
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Proficient with MS office (emphasis on Excel)
• Highly proficient ERP system experience (preferably Oracle)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable in interacting with suppliers as well as Sanmina customers
• Self-starter, demonstrates initiative and commitment, able to work in teams and as an individual contributor
• APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM) certification is preferred

Location

13081 - EMS Houston USA - US (Primary)

EEO Statement

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity