Purchasing Manager

Johnson Service Group

Milpitas, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Contract Manufacturing, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Electrical Components, Industry Standards, Inventory Levels, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Assembly, Market Trend Analysis, Mechanical Assembly, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Performance Management, Pricing, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Management, Procurement Strategy, Product/Service Launch, Production Costing, Production Planning, Production Support, Purchasing/Procurement, Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), Regulatory Compliance, SAP, Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Sourcing, Warehousing
LOCATION
Milpitas, CA
POSTED
1 day ago
Johnson Service Group is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager for one of our Contract Manufacturing clients in the Bay Area. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, overseeing a team of buyers, and ensuring the timely procurement of materials to support production while meeting cost, quality, and delivery objectives. Responsibilities
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing team while driving performance and continuous improvement.
  • Develop and execute procurement strategies that optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance.
  • Source and manage suppliers for electronic components, PCBs, mechanical assemblies, and production materials.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supplier agreements to achieve cost savings.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Planning, Warehouse, and Quality teams to ensure material availability and production continuity.
  • Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and demand forecasts to minimize shortages and excess inventory.
  • Evaluate supplier performance, conduct supplier audits, and resolve quality or delivery issues.
  • Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply chain improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with customer requirements and industry standards, including RoHS and REACH.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience as a Senior Buyer or Purchasing Manager in an EMS/Contract Manufacturing environment.
  • Experience supporting NPI, PCBA, and mechanical assembly manufacturing.
  • Strong background in purchasing, warehouse, and logistics operations.
  • Proven leadership experience managing purchasing teams.
  • Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple priorities.
  • Willingness to support occasional after-hours meetings with global teams as needed.
Salary $125k plus benefits 

** Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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About the Company

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Johnson Service Group

At JSG, We Understand People

It is our mission to empower people, help our clients reach their goals, and hire motivated individuals.

Since our start in 1984, we’ve worked hard to establish our present position as the most effective cross-industry staffing and consulting solution available.

Headquartered in Chicago, IL with local offices throughout the United States and Canada, JSG proudly serves a diverse range of industries with the right solutions to help clients reach their company goals. Our client-centric approach enables us to create personalized solutions for businesses in need of top-tier talent.  Our dedication doesn’t stop at our clients. We strive to connect candidates with opportunities that match their skills and goals. More than just a go-between, we are a dependable bridge, uniting top talent with suitable opportunities, facilitating shared opportunities and growth.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1984
WEBSITE
https://www.jsginc.com/