Job Description :

- Sourcing of Electronics ICs, Active and Passive Components.

- Sourcing of Electromechanical parts and assemblies.

- Knowledge of Global Sourcing

- Knowledge of Inco terms and custom clearance

- Develop and manage supply base (domestic and international) to support all PCBA and other parts assemblies through NPD and Production phases

- Component compatibility selections / evaluations, sensor exposure, connectivity including and not limited to BLE, WiFi, Cellular etc.

- Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development

- Provide guidance to internal customers on design for manufacturability and trade analysis for electronic piece parts on PCBAs, onboarding requirements, and quality

- Act as the supplier interface for all RFIs, RFPs and RFQs. Partner with internal resources to drive adoption of low-cost parts and avoidance of obsolescence

- Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis, including strategic direction, capacity, market and industry position, and risk assessment

- Work with Global Supply team for the process support, be part of the matrix organization.

- Evaluate quotes for the engineering compliance against specified manufacturing package, address technical quarries.

- Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills

- Knowledge of vendor sourcing practices

- Proficiency in purchasing software ERP

- Understanding of supply chain procedures

- Ability to identify market trends

- Ability to make decisions in a high-stress environment

- Inventory Management

- Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI)

- Excellent communication and presentation skills

- Understanding of business operations and key performance metrics

- Strong understanding of quality management systems

- Experience in manufacturing processes and quality control methodologies

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify root causes of issues

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with suppliers and internal stakeholders

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation

- Data analysis: Collect, analyse, and interpret data from various sources.

- Report generation: Create reports to support decision-making.

- Travel may be required to visit supplier locations

Skills :

- Experience reading technical drawings, data sheets, fabrication drawing, BOMs and all related PCBA and harness files

- Knowledge of electronic components, PCBs, connectors, silicon front end and back-end assembly and test

- Knowledge of REACH, RoHS standard and EOL, PCN documents for electronic components.

- Knowledge of legal document with vendor/ EMS like SOW, NDA

- Knowledge of Cloud based BOM management Tools - Silicon Expert, IHS Markit, Altium 365, Source Engine etc.

- Proven track record of taking ownership, successfully negotiating preferred pricing, and driving results

- Support and Analysis for product Functional -Cost Matrix.

Experience :

- Experience working in a supply chain, production, or engineering function. Experience in EMS is an added advantage

- Technical procurement or planning experience with PCB, PCBA, or Experience managing external supplier partners

Key Interfaces

- Engineering Team

- Marketing team

- Project Engineer / leader

- External vendors and suppliers

Education

- Bachelor of engineering / science ( Electronics preferred) with 2-3 years experience

OR

- Diploma in Engineering ( Electronics preferred) with 5-7 years experience)