Strategic Sourcing Lead: Electronic Components

Aivres; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aivres is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist for electronic components to join our Milpitas, CA team. You will partner with manufacturers and distributors to ensure cost competitiveness, material availability, and supplier performance while supporting NPI and component selection.

The role requires hands-on sourcing experience, knowledge of BOMs, and strong English communication; Mandarin Chinese is required to communicate with Mandarin-speaking suppliers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in electronic component sourcing/procurement.
• Strong knowledge of BOMs, lead times, pricing, and supply risks.
• Able to analyze data and coordinate across functions.
• Proficiency with ERP/procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze BOM categories for sourcing plans and cost reductions.
• Monitor pricing, lead times, and supply risks; propose alternatives.
• Identify and develop supplier sources across manufacturers and distributors.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and inventory arrangements within delegated authority.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Operations during NPI and sourcing decisions.
• Track sourcing metrics and ensure ERP/procurement system data accuracy.

Skills

Electronic sourcing

Excel proficiency

Mandarin Chinese

English communication

Tools

ERP/procurement systems

Job description

Aivres is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist for electronic components to join our Milpitas, CA team. You will partner with manufacturers and distributors to ensure cost competitiveness, material availability, and supplier performance while supporting NPI and component selection.

The role requires hands-on sourcing experience, knowledge of BOMs, and strong English communication; Mandarin Chinese is required to communicate with Mandarin-speaking suppliers and stakeholders.