Electronics Component Purchase Engineer

Electronics Component Purchase Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and procure electronic components (semiconductors, PCBs, sensors, connectors, passives, actives, etc.) from

  global and local suppliers

  .
• Coordinate with

  international distributors and manufacturers

  to secure best pricing, lead times, and reliable supply chains.
• Identify

  alternate sources and substitute components

  to mitigate risks due to shortages, EOL (End of Life), or obsolescence.
• Manage

  import documentation, customs clearance support, and logistics coordination

  for overseas shipments.
• Collaborate closely with

  R&D, design, and production teams

  to align component procurement with project timelines.
• Conduct

  cost analysis and BOM (Bill of Materials)

  optimization to support costeffective product development.
• Maintain and update

  Approved Vendor Lists (AVL)

  and regularly assess supplier performance in terms of quality, compliance, and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with

  RoHS/REACH

  and other international standards/regulations.
• Monitor

  global market trends

  in electronics and provide insights for strategic purchasing decisions.
• Work with finance and logistics teams for smooth processing of

  purchase orders, invoices, LC (Letter of Credit), and international payments.

   

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in

  Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Supply Chain Management

  .
• 2–6 years of proven experience in

  electronics component procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management.

• Strong technical knowledge of

  electronic components, datasheets, and specifications.

• Hands-on experience in working with

  global suppliers/distributors (Mouser, DigiKey, Arrow, Avnet, etc.).

  Good understanding of

  import/export procedures, international trade regulations, and logistics management.

• Proficiency in

  ERP systems

  (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and MS Office.
• Excellent skills in

  negotiation, vendor management, and cross-border communication.

• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in

  electronics manufacturing or EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) industry.

• Knowledge of

  BOM cost-down strategies

  and supplier benchmarking.
• Familiarity with

  global supply chain risk management and trend forecasting.

• Ability to work across

  multiple time zones

  with suppliers in Asia, Europe, and the US.