PR/118650 | Purchasing Assistant Manager / Manager

Assemble the electronic circuit panel (PCBA) and the workpiece inspection service before assembly

Job title:               Purchasing Assistant Manager/Manager

Business type:      Manufacturing for electronic components

Location:              Bangpoo, Samutprakarn

Job type:              Monday-Friday, Alternative Saturdays, 08:00-17:00 hrs. (+2 hrs. OT everyday)

Responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify reliable global and local suppliers for critical components (e.g., ICs, Passives, PCBs). Lead negotiations on price, contracts, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to mitigate risk (e.g., component obsolescence, supply chain disruptions, commodity price volatility). Align purchasing plans with production forecasts.
• Drive continuous cost reduction and control measures without compromising material quality. Manage the purchasing budget and inventory levels (Min/Max).
• Establish and maintain strong long-term relationships with key suppliers. Conduct regular supplier performance reviews based on quality, delivery, and cost metrics.
• Oversee the efficient use of the ERP/MRP system for Purchase Order (PO) processing and material tracking. Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., RoHS, REACH).
• Manage and mentor the purchasing team (for Manager role). Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.

Qualifications:

• Manager: 5+ years, with 2+ years in a managerial/supervisory purchasing role. Assistant Manager: 3+ years in a senior purchasing/buyer role.
• Mandatory experience in purchasing direct materials for Electronics/PCBA manufacturing (specifically electronic components like semiconductors, resistors, capacitors, and PCBs).
• Strong ability to read and understand Bill of Materials (BOMs) and technical specifications for electronic components.
• Proficient in using an ERP/MRP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SAGE) for purchasing modules.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiation, strategic sourcing, and supply chain risk management.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal) to manage international vendors. Chinese is a plus.
• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related technical field is required.

Benefits:

• Transportation allowance 70 THB/day
• Bonus, depends on company revenue and performance
• OT (2 hrs./day)
• Diligence allowance 500-700 THB/month

• Free lunch, and dinner

   

• Night shift allowance 50 THB/day
• Night shift meal allowance 20 THB/day
• Birthday gift allowance 300 THB