Senior Electronics Buyer | Strategic Procurement & Planning

Volex; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Volex, a leading contract electronics manufacturer in Irvine, CA, seeks a skilled Purchasing Buyer to source and procure components, manage BOMs, and coordinate with Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure on-time delivery.

You will analyze quotes, negotiate terms, issue RFQs, maintain ERP data, and drive cost reduction while mitigating risks in a fast-paced environment. A Bachelor’s in a related field and 4+ years procurement experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering required.
• 4+ years procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Office skills a must.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure electronic components and materials in alignment with quality, cost, and delivery requirements
• Analyze supplier quotes and customer BOMs to develop accurate material cost quotes; identify risks such as long lead times, obsolescence, and excess inventory, and propose viable alternatives
• Issue RFQs, evaluate supplier responses, and negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms to meet project and company objectives
• Manage purchase orders end-to-end, ensuring supplier compliance with delivery, quality, pricing, and contractual terms
• Monitor material availability, inventory levels, and demand requirements; adjust orders as needed to support production schedules while controlling inventory exposure
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Sales, Program Management, and Quality to resolve material issues and maintain uninterrupted production flow
• Interface directly with customers as needed to clarify BOM requirements, communicate material risks, and support quoting and order execution
• Communicate supply chain risks, delays, and changes proactively, and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact
• Drive cost control initiatives, including management of purchase price variance (PPV) and identification of cost reduction opportunities
• Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems, including part master data (AVL, lead times, pricing, and order parameters) and BOM validation
• Track and improve key performance metrics such as on-time delivery, supplier quality, inventory turns, and material readiness
• Troubleshoot and resolve purchasing, planning, and ERP-related issues with minimal supervision
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships; support supplier performance improvement and continuous improvement initiatives

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain (Procurement), or Engineering

Tools

Excel mastery

Job description

Volex, a leading contract electronics manufacturer in Irvine, CA, seeks a skilled Purchasing Buyer to source and procure components, manage BOMs, and coordinate with Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure on-time delivery.

You will analyze quotes, negotiate terms, issue RFQs, maintain ERP data, and drive cost reduction while mitigating risks in a fast-paced environment. A Bachelor’s in a related field and 4+ years procurement experience are preferred.