Electronics Buyer: PCBs & Components, Strategic Sourcing

American Computer Development, Inc.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 5 weeks per year

8 holidays per year

401(k) with employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

HSA & FSA Plans

Company-paid life insurance

Supplemental insurance options

Job summary

American Computer Development, Inc. is seeking an Electronics Buyer to source PCB components, bare boards, hardware, and subcontracted parts for our Frederick, MD manufacturing site.

The role collaborates with engineers, project managers, quality, and production to ensure timely procurement and adherence to specs. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in electronics purchasing, a BA/BS, ERP experience (Epicor), and strong negotiation and data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of electronics purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• ERP system experience (Epicor) preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze procurement data.

Responsibilities

• Purchase electronic components, bare boards, hardware, custom fabricated parts, and subcontracting services.
• Interact with Engineers, Project Managers, Quality Management, and Production to meet procurement needs.
• Work with Accounting to ensure material tracking and processing.
• Manage inventory according to policies and procedures; handle reverse logistics and returns.
• Develop vendor relationships to optimize cost, scope, schedule, and quality.
• Utilize current data to support reorders.
• Execute on savings targets as directed by management.
• Conduct sourcing analyses based on supplier quotes to identify best suppliers.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A or B.S.)

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Epicor ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Computer Development, Inc. is seeking an Electronics Buyer to source PCB components, bare boards, hardware, and subcontracted parts for our Frederick, MD manufacturing site.

The role collaborates with engineers, project managers, quality, and production to ensure timely procurement and adherence to specs. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in electronics purchasing, a BA/BS, ERP experience (Epicor), and strong negotiation and data analysis skills.