Purchasing Manager – Electronics Manufacturing

Job overview

The Purchasing Manager – Electronics Manufacturing role is primarily onsite, approximately four days per week, in Union City, CA. Compensation is $130,000–$150,000 per year. The role supports an electronics manufacturing company’s procurement operations and material availability. The manager leads day-to-day purchasing and a small team while sourcing components, managing supplier relationships, and coordinating material needs with production and other functions. The role contributes to manufacturing continuity and efficiency by improving supply reliability, controlling costs, and optimizing inventory.

What you'll do

• Manage purchasing activities to ensure materials and components are available for manufacturing
• source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers
• lead and support a purchasing team of approximately two to three employees
• review bills of materials, inventory, and production schedules
• use ERP/MRP systems to manage orders and requirements
• negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules
• expedite critical materials and resolve supplier issues
• collaborate with Production, Engineering, Planning, Quality, and Operations
• monitor purchasing metrics and continuous improvement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

purchasing manager

electronics manufacturing

union city ca

silicon valley recruiting llc

full-time

supplier negotiation

procurement

erp/mrp

inventory management

team leadership

$130k–$150k

primarily onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires at least five years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in manufacturing and experience purchasing electronic components or related materials. The role combines hands-on procurement with leadership of a small team.

About the employer

Silicon Valley Recruiting LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing. Sector: 33.