Strategic Electronics Buyer | Global Sourcing & Negotiation

Methode Electronics Inc.; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Hearing insurance

Life & Disability insurance

Wellness program

Time off benefits

401(k) plan with company contribution

Accident insurance

Hospital Indemnity

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Methode Electronics Inc. is seeking a proactive Buyer in Rolling Meadows, IL to source components and manage supplier relationships.

The role targets cost, quality, and on‑time delivery, supporting product development and program launches through fact-based negotiation. Responsibilities include commodity sourcing, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous process improvement within procurement, ensuring optimal material availability and favorable pricing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; 3–7 years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment; electronics background desirable.
• Experience applying analytical skills to negotiate successfully with suppliers.
• Demonstrate ability to take the initiative in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Experience sourcing products in Asia is a plus.
• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office products as well as ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Sources within commodity strategies to ensure cost, quality and delivery targets are achieved.
• Supports product development team through on-time sourcing.
• Achieves best in class pricing and builds supplier relationships through fact-based negotiation.
• Manages Procurement team’s deliverables for select program launches.
• Coordinates activities involved with procuring goods, such as raw materials, tools, parts and supplies to support the company’s needs.
• Maintains and improves departmental procedures.
• Collaborates with suppliers and cross-functional colleagues to determine the root cause of supply disruptions and implement appropriate corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Initiative

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Methode Electronics Inc. is seeking a proactive Buyer in Rolling Meadows, IL to source components and manage supplier relationships.

The role targets cost, quality, and on‑time delivery, supporting product development and program launches through fact-based negotiation. Responsibilities include commodity sourcing, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous process improvement within procurement, ensuring optimal material availability and favorable pricing.