Proactively offer excess opportunities to Sales and identify matched demand, cost-save and resale opportunities.
Support major opportunity reviews with Sales, BD, Finance, Logistics, Quality and leadership where required.
Coach Junior Excess Buyers and Excess Buyers on negotiation, account ownership, list qualification, risk flags and Sales coordination.
Act as a backup to the Excess Manager when needed, including account review support, escalation handling and KPI discipline.
Your qualifications, your influence
To be successful in the role, you must possess the following skills
Proven experience in electronic component sourcing, excess inventory, independent distribution, procurement, account management or related commercial role.
Strong understanding of electronic component markets, manufacturers, MPNs, date codes, packaging, shortage/excess dynamics and customer requirements.
Demonstrated ability to manage strategic accounts and negotiate complex or high-value opportunities.
Strong commercial judgement, risk awareness and ability to escalate quality, compliance or financial concerns appropriately.
Ability to work cross-functionally with Sales, BD, Logistics, Finance, Quality and management stakeholders.
Strong coaching mindset and ability to develop less experienced buyers.
Excellent CRM discipline and ability to maintain strategic account plans and opportunity records.
Preferred skills and technical familiarity
Adding additional insight, practical experience and a growth mindset will elevate your contribution in this role:
Experience managing Tier 1 or strategic OEM/EMS/ODM/OCM accounts.
Experience with high-value lot buys, proactive offers, cost-save opportunities and global account coordination.
Knowledge of vendor qualification, traceability, COC requirements, quality risk and compliance expectations.
Ability to run account reviews, prepare management updates and support KPI discussions.
Regional language skills and ability to travel for strategic account development.
Interest and readiness to develop toward Excess Manager responsibilities.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Collaborative and vibrant work culture
PTO
Referral bonus programme where applicable
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