Strategic Sourcing Lead — Electronics Components

Aivres; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aivres in Milpitas, CA seeks a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to manage the sourcing and continuity of electronic components. You will partner with manufacturers, distributors, and internal teams to improve cost competitiveness, availability, and supplier performance while navigating BOMs and market dynamics.

Responsibilities include RFQs, price comparisons, negotiations, and cross-functional NPIs. Mandarin Chinese is required to engage Mandarin-speaking suppliers; strong English is essential,

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in electronic component sourcing/procurement or related supply-chain roles.
• Knowledge of BOMs, lead times, pricing, and shortage/LTB/EOL management.
• Ability to analyze quotations, negotiate terms, and coordinate cross-functionally.
• Strong English communication skills; Mandarin proficiency required for suppliers.
• Experience with semiconductor distributors and authorized channels is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze BOM categories (ICs, memory, passives) to support sourcing strategies.
• Monitor pricing, lead times, allocation and EOL/LTB risks; advise alternatives.
• Develop supplier sources across manufacturers and authorized distributors.
• Manage supplier contacts, assessments, and pricing discussions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Operations during NPI.
• Track sourcing metrics and ensure ERP/procurement system data accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Electronic component sourcing

English communication

Mandarin Chinese

Data analysis

Tools

ERP/Procurement systems

Excel

Supplier management software

Job description

Aivres in Milpitas, CA seeks a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to manage the sourcing and continuity of electronic components. You will partner with manufacturers, distributors, and internal teams to improve cost competitiveness, availability, and supplier performance while navigating BOMs and market dynamics.

Responsibilities include RFQs, price comparisons, negotiations, and cross-functional NPIs. Mandarin Chinese is required to engage Mandarin-speaking suppliers; strong English is essential,