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 trategies 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)
