Strategic Purchasing Leader — Mentoring & Global Materials

Plexus Corp.; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 130,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

Plexus Corp. in Idaho is seeking a senior Purchasing leader to provide strategic direction for the department and oversee procurement and planning processes across the site.

You will mentor MTM, DA and buyers to meet customer demands, collaborate with cross-functional teams on contingency plans, and model Plexus Core Values while developing successors.

This role supports global operations in aerospace, defense and healthcare, offering growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of related experience is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Self-starter with the ability to operate without constant direction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Escalation level for MTM on customer/materials issues.
• Oversee total materials (procurement and planning) process.
• Mentor buyers to ensure customer demands are met.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage contingency plans.
• Lead by Plexus Core Values and drive staff development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of related experience

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Plexus Corp. in Idaho is seeking a senior Purchasing leader to provide strategic direction for the department and oversee procurement and planning processes across the site.

You will mentor MTM, DA and buyers to meet customer demands, collaborate with cross-functional teams on contingency plans, and model Plexus Core Values while developing successors.

This role supports global operations in aerospace, defense and healthcare, offering growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.