Strategic PCBA & Electronics Sourcing Leader

Forj Medical; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Forj Medical is seeking a Commodity Manager – PCBA to lead sourcing for PCBA and related electronic components, ensuring a cost-effective and high-performing supply base. You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Planning, and Buyers to support NPI and production for PCBA assemblies.

The role requires 7+ years in strategic sourcing and 3+ years in PCBA or EMS sourcing, with strong negotiation and supplier management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering (Electrical/Electronics preferred), or related field required.
• CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, or MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commodity strategies for PCBA and electronic components (EMS providers, bare boards, passives, semiconductors, connectors, and related materials).
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives including EMS/contract manufacturers and electronic component suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term supplier agreements with EMS partners and distributors/OEMs.
• Manage supplier performance through forecasting, scorecards, and business reviews for PCBA suppliers.
• Drive cost reduction, risk mitigation, and supply continuity for PCBA manufacturing and transfers.
• Collaborate with Engineering for DFM/DFT input and speed of NPI involving PCBA assemblies.
• Coordinate with Buyers and Planning to resolve material shortages and supplier escalations.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Forj Medical is seeking a Commodity Manager – PCBA to lead sourcing for PCBA and related electronic components, ensuring a cost-effective and high-performing supply base. You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Planning, and Buyers to support NPI and production for PCBA assemblies.

The role requires 7+ years in strategic sourcing and 3+ years in PCBA or EMS sourcing, with strong negotiation and supplier management skills.