Strategic Technical Buyer – Manufacturing & Suppliers

Delta Electronics; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Electronics Americas is seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist in Plano, TX to collaborate with engineering and operations to procure equipment, tools, and services for manufacturing and facilities. The role emphasizes supplier evaluation, cost analysis, and adherence to policies while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, at least 3 years in technical procurement, and strong negotiation and ERP experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in technical procurement or buying within manufacturing, industrial, or facility operations.
• Strong understanding of factory equipment, industrial tools, facility systems, and construction-related services.
• Proven skills in negotiation, supplier relationship management, and purchasing documentation.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and collaborate effectively with internal engineering teams and external suppliers.
• Bilingual required — fluent in English and intermediate proficiency in Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with production, engineering, and factory operations teams to understand procurement requirements and technical specifications.
• Partner with pre-approved suppliers identified by engineering and operations to analyze cost, quality, lead time, and delivery risk.
• Execute purchases of production equipment, spare parts, industrial tools, and facility-related materials and services in accordance with company policies.
• Assess supplier capabilities and participate in audits alongside engineering and operational stakeholders.
• Lead price and term negotiations, manage payment schedules, and ensure delivery timelines align with project and production needs.
• Monitor and track purchase orders, proactively address delivery or quality issues, and provide regular updates to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and support budget tracking using the company’s MRO system and other relevant tools.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Purchasing documentation

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Technical procurement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Delta Electronics Americas is seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist in Plano, TX to collaborate with engineering and operations to procure equipment, tools, and services for manufacturing and facilities. The role emphasizes supplier evaluation, cost analysis, and adherence to policies while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, at least 3 years in technical procurement, and strong negotiation and ERP experience, with