Buyer (Fremont, CA)

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BuyerProcurement & Purchasing

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Key Responsibilities

As a Buyer, you will play a key role in ensuring our operations run smoothly by managing procurement activities and supplier relationships.

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BuyerProcurement & Purchasing

Elma Electronic Inc. is a global leader and industry innovator in advanced embedded computing solutions. Our products and integrated platforms are based on a set of modular building blocks such as, precision hardware components, rotary switches, and embedded computing boards.

At Elma Electronic, we build the backbone of critical systems across aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. We’re looking for a driven and strategic Buyer to join our Materials team—someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and knows how to balance cost, quality, and delivery with strong supplier partnerships. This is an onsite role in our Fremont, CA facility.

Responsibilities

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As a Buyer, you will play a key role in ensuring our operations run smoothly by managing procurement activities and supplier relationships. This is a high-impact role where you’ll operate independently and influence cross-functional success.

→Manage and prioritize daily procurement activities across multiple commodities
→Create, place, and manage purchase orders aligned with MRP and production demands
→Source and onboard new vendors, including qualification, certifications, and onboarding documentation
→Negotiate pricing and contracts to achieve cost savings while minimizing risk
→Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality and contract requirements
→Lead resolution efforts for pricing, delivery, and quality issues—escalating when needed
→Partner with internal teams as a trusted advisor on supply chain and procurement matters
→Conduct supplier business reviews and drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and delivery
→Analyze inventory and support reduction of excess and obsolete materials

Requirements

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We’re looking for someone who combines strong analytical thinking with relationship-building skills and a sense of urgency.

Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in production buying (electronics or high-tech manufacturing preferred)
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (Microsoft Dynamics D365 preferred)
Proven negotiation and supplier management experience
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
Excellent communication and organizational skills