Strategic Procurement Analyst - II (Associate)

JSG is recruiting a Strategic Procurement Analyst II (Associate), you’ll drive strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives across a global supplier network—partnering with suppliers of electronic components and with Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) producing sub-assemblies and finished products.
This role is ideal for a procurement professional who thrives in complex, regulated manufacturing environments and brings strong analytical thinking, project leadership, and stakeholder influence. You’ll lead cross-functional programs from sourcing strategy through execution—protecting supply, improving cost of goods, and strengthening supplier performance through disciplined governance, KPIs, and continuous improvement.

Pay $40.59hour

Required Skills

• Strategic sourcing & procurement expertise (including sourcing events, bids/RFPs, and supplier selection/qualification)
• Supplier relationship management and supplier engagement across global teams and time zones
• Contract negotiation and contract management (including monitoring compliance to pricing, delivery, and quality requirements)
• Project management with the ability to lead cross-functional procurement and manufacturing optimization initiatives end-to-end
• Supplier performance management including defining, tracking, and improving KPIs/SLAs (e.g., OTIF) and leading QBRs
• Risk mitigation and supply continuity planning, including building contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies
• Strong cross-functional collaboration with Procurement, Engineering, QA, R&D, Manufacturing, Finance, Legal, and global stakeholders
• Strong communication skills—able to translate complex supply chain data into clear recommendations for senior leaders
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously with a proactive, inquisitive approach

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience in highly regulated manufacturing environments (Electronics/High-Tech, Medical Devices, Biotech, or Pharmaceuticals)
• Category experience with electronic components, PCBs, sensors, or microchips
• Familiarity with structured supplier segmentation frameworks (e.g., Kraljic Matrix)
• Expertise in TCO modeling, category management, and global market intelligence for electronics supply markets
• Experience supporting manufacturing transfers involving internal teams and external CMOs
• Proficiency with SAP, SAP Ariba, and analytics/visualization tools like Power BI or advanced Excel for dashboarding

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required
  • Preferred fields: Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Electrical/Industrial Engineering, or a related technical/scientific discipline
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, or procurement
• At least 3 years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing industry (Electronics/High-Tech, Medical Devices, Biotech, or Pharmaceuticals)

Other Requirements

• Hybrid work schedule: expected 2–3 days onsite in Rahway, New Jersey (USA)
• Standard business hours aligned to the US EDT time zone
• Comfortable working with international suppliers/CMOs across time zones and cultures

Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 35 years of experience investing in people and companies.

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.

JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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