Procurement Engineer/Specialist
hace 4 días
Fremont
We are seeking a technically proficient and detail-oriented Procurement Engineer/Specialist to manage sourcing and procurement activities for engineered components and systems for our solution business. This role serves as a critical liaison between solution team, quality, and the supply chain team to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of products, materials, or systems to meet design and compliance requirements internally and to fulfil project needs. Key Responsibilities • Review and interpret engineering specifications to identify sourcing requirements, • Collaborate with solution, engineering, and quality teams to align procurement strategy with design intent and lifecycle needs, • Identify cost-effective and technically suitable suppliers for mechanical, electrical, and electronic components or systems., • Manager RFQ/RFP processes, perform cost analysis, and support supplier selection decisions, • Negotiate pricing, lead time, quality terms, and technical compliance with vendors, • Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships, including qualifying new sources, • Address sourcing risks, long lead time items, and obsolescence concerns in early project design phases, • Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality or delivery issues in collaboration with QA and operations teams., • Maintain procurement data in ERP systems and ensure data accuracy., • Ensure procurement documentation aligns with compliance, traceability, and documentation control requirements, • Track cost savings, delivery timelines, and sourcing KPIs Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Technology, or related field., • 8+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain engineering., • Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and specifications., • Strong negotiation and analytical skills., • Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Excel., • Experience in hardware, electronics, automation, or energy sectors., • Familiarity with quality and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, RoHS, ITAR, MIL-STD)., • Experience managing both domestic and global suppliers We are seeking an experienced and technically adept Procurement Engineer/Specialist to lead sourcing and supplier engagement for complex engineered systems and solution-based offerings. This role is responsible for coordinating with engineering, product, and solution delivery teams to identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers that support integrated hardware-software-service solutions across our business lines. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background, procurement experience in solution or system-level sourcing, and the ability to manage supplier relationships in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment. Key Responsibilities ⚙️ Solution-Based Sourcing • Lead procurement for engineered-to-order or configurable solution projects involving power systems, robotics, automation, or digital components, • Work with technical teams to translate system requirements into sourcing specifications and supplier qualification criteria, • Identify and develop strategic supplier partnerships, ensuring cost, quality, lead time, and compliance goals are met, • Lead RFQ/RFP processes, cost analysis, and supplier negotiations for high-mix, low-volume or project-based buys, • Serve as a key liaison between engineering, project management, sales, and supply chain teams to ensure technical alignment and delivery readiness, • Support solution design reviews and contribute input on cost optimization, manufacturability, and supply risk mitigation, • Contribute to category strategy development for solution and system sourcing (e.g., powertrain, industrial PC, AI modules, robotics kits), • Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance, total cost of ownership, and risk management, • Monitor industry trends and technology advancements relevant to strategic sourcing Qualifications ✅ Required • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field; Master’s or MBA preferred, • 5–10 years of experience in technical procurement, strategic sourcing, or solution supply management, • Experience in sourcing complex systems or multi-component technical solutions (e.g., robotics, automation, energy systems, or OT/IT integration), • Strong negotiation, cost analysis, and supplier development skills, • Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite), • Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards (UL, CE, RoHS, ISO), • Experience working with suppliers in North America and Asia