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Electronic Manufacturing - Buyer - Melbourne, FL

Melbourne, Florida Permanent USD70,000 - USD90,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Buyer with experience in electronic components procurement to support manufacturing operations in a fast-paced production environment. This position is responsible for planning and purchasing materials, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring product availability to meet production schedules. This is a 100% on-site position.
  • Manage electronic component purchasing for a fast-paced environment.
  • Drive supplier performance and ensure on-time material availability.

About Our Client

Our client is an established electronics manufacturing organisation supporting complex production programs for highly regulated industries. They are committed to quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across their supply chain and manufacturing operations.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Manage assigned commodities and supplier relationships.
  • Plan material purchases based on MRP requirements and internal requisitions.
  • Issue and manage purchase orders to ensure timely material delivery.
  • Monitor supplier performance and address supply chain issues.
  • Resolve material discrepancies related to quality, quantity, pricing, and delivery.
  • Work closely with Program Management, Engineering, and Quality teams to support production requirements.
  • Negotiate pricing, lead times, and cost reduction opportunities with suppliers.
  • Coordinate the resolution of non-conforming materials, RMAs, and supplier corrective actions.
  • Maintain purchasing metrics, status reports, and performance tracking tools.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and supply chain operations.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Ideal Candidate:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience purchasing electronic components is strongly preferred.
  • Prior experience supporting SMT, EMS, Box Build, or contract manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems; experience with INFOR SyteLine is a plus.
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and related business applications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
  • Must qualify as a U.S. Person in accordance with applicable export control regulations.

What's on Offer

What's To Offer:

  • Opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturing organisation.
  • Exposure to complex electronic component sourcing and supply chain activities.
  • Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
  • Career growth opportunities within procurement and supply chain management.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Contact
Josephine Belcher
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7118659

Job summary

Sector
Procurement & Supply Chain
Sub Sector
Direct Procurement
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Melbourne
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Josephine Belcher
Job Reference
JN-102026-7118659
 

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