Evaluate supplier performance, negotiate contracts and pricing agreements, review product quality, and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure quality, delivery, and cost expectations are met.
Collaborate with production, planning, operations, and other cross-functional teams to manage inventory requirements and support manufacturing objectives.
Ensure purchasing goals and objectives are achieved, by optimizing inventory performance through cost reduction initiatives, inventory management, excess inventory reduction, and supplier performance improvements.
Monitor and reduce purchasing variances while supporting profitability and financial performance goals.
Lead the materials quoting process by ensuring strategy, accuracy, on-time delivery, and continuous process improvement.
Recruit, develop, mentor, and manage purchasing team members, including performance management, training, succession planning, and staffing decisions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 3-5 years of purchasing or supply chain experience required.
Minimum 2-4 years of supervisory/management experience required.
Experience in contract manufacturing or a related industry strongly preferred
Electronics manufacturing experience with working knowledge of PCB/PCBA strongly preferred.
Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills with proven problem-solving capabilities and strong analytical and negotiation skills required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), relevant ERP systems and tools (e.g., timekeeping software, reporting tools, performance management platforms) strongly preferred.
Ability to lead in a fast-paced, evolving environment while maintaining a positive and supportive team culture required.
Why Join Emerald Technologies?
At Emerald Technologies, your work has a purpose. We believe great manufacturing starts with great people—and great engineers are never satisfied with “good enough.” You’ll join a safe and inclusive team where collaboration is encouraged, ideas are valued, and engineers have the opportunity to make a visible difference.
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Top notch medical, dental, and vision plans
401K (company match with no vesting period)
PTO for rest and relaxation
Gym reimbursement (through Anthem)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee training and professional development
Career advancement opportunities
Community service and philanthropic initiatives
Employee appreciation events
Employee discounts and referral program
Join us and work in a supportive, fun, team atmosphere where the work is meaningful, and careers have no limits! Apply Today!
Please note: This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Emerald Technologies is an electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers, focusing on high-reliability electronic assemblies. With design and manufacturing facilities in California, Michigan, New Hampshire, Oregon as well as in China and Malaysia. Emerald Technologies specializes in high mix, low- to medium-volume manufacturing for high-reliability markets in the Aerospace/Defense, Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, Industrial Controls, Power & Infrastructure, Semiconductor and Telecommunications sectors. However, our rapid turnaround times, responsive customer service, and collaborative problem-solving approach distinguishes us from the competition.
At Emerald Technologies, we are committed to fully understanding and meeting the needs of our customers through quality excellence, advanced engineering, and a solid commitment to customer relationships.
This position requires access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Emerald Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Work Schedule: This position follows a standard Monday–Friday schedule. Employees may work either the following day shifts: • 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. • 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Engineering schedules may vary based on business needs and operational support requirements. Flexibility is expected to ensure adequate coverage, and while typical hours are Monday through Friday, occasional adjustments may be necessary.
Budgeted Hours: Full time, approximately 40 hours per week. This is a salaried position, and occasional additional hours may be required based on business needs.
