Staff Buyer

ZT Systems; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, seeks a Platform Procurement Program Manager to optimize end-to-end supply-demand in Secaucus, NJ. You will procure server PCBAs, components, and related materials from approved suppliers, manage POs, and coordinate with Material Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to align purchasing with production.

The role requires 3+ years in electronics procurement, strong ERP/MRP experience, and excellent cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of purchasing/procurement experience in electronics/manufacturing.
• Understanding of PCBAs, electronic components, BOMs, and electronics manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and purchasing workflows.
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers, priorities, and production requirements simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Procure server PCBAs, electronic components and related materials from approved suppliers.
• Issue and manage purchase orders including pricing, quantities, and terms.
• Monitor supplier commitments and address shortages and delays.
• Collaborate with Material Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to align purchasing with production.
• Convert demand into purchase orders by reviewing MRP/ERP requirements.
• Maintain inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolescence.
• Support supplier selection, qualification, cost negotiations, and performance reviews.
• Negotiate lead times, MOQs, payment terms, and other commercial conditions.
• Track component availability and identify long-lead-time and allocation risks.
• Coordinate engineering changes, BOM updates, and substitutions with suppliers.
• Ensure purchased materials meet specs and quality requirements.
• Resolve supplier quality issues, material discrepancies, and delivery problems.
• Develop supplier relationships and participate in supplier performance reviews.
• Analyze purchasing data including cost, lead time, and delivery metrics.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Supply chain

ERP/MRP

Supplier management

Cross-functional

BOMs knowledge

Electronics manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Business/Engineering/Operations

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Platform Procurement Program Manager to be based out of our Secaucus, NJ office. The Platform Procurement Program Manager is an individual contributor who will be responsible for end-to-end supply-demand optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of server PCBAs, electronic components, and related materials from qualified suppliers.
• Issue and manage purchase orders, including pricing, quantities, delivery dates, and commercial terms.
• Monitor supplier commitments and proactively address shortages, delays, and supply constraints.
• Work closely with Material Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to align purchasing with production requirements.
• Review MRP/ERP requirements and convert demand into timely purchase orders.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete materials.
• Support supplier selection, qualification, cost negotiations, and performance management.
• Negotiate lead times, MOQ, payment terms, and other commercial conditions.
• Track PCBA component availability and identify potential long-lead-time and allocation risks.
• Coordinate engineering changes, BOM updates, and part substitutions with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ensure purchased materials meet specifications, quality requirements, and approved vendor lists.
• Support resolution of supplier quality issues, material discrepancies, and delivery problems.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships and participate in supplier performance reviews.
• Analyze purchasing data, including cost, lead time, supplier performance, and delivery metrics.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure compliance with company procurement policies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of purchasing/procurement experience in electronics, PCBA, servers, networking equipment, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of PCBAs, electronic components, BOMs, and electronics manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and purchasing workflows.
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers, priorities, and production requirements simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $82,500 and $110,000 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

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About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career‑defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.

Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
• Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-
• Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

• Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.