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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.
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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
Bachelors 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
Source components, subsystems, and value-added assemblies such as UPS, controls, sensors, frames, software modules, or integrated panels
Supplier Management & Negotiation
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
Negotiate master agreements, frame contracts, and service-level expectations with solution and technology vendors
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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
Ensure procurement documentation supports BOMs, technical drawings/specs, and solution lifecycles
Procurement Strategy & Process Improvement
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
Bachelors degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field; Masters or MBA preferred
510 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
Ability to read engineering drawings and collaborate with technical stakeholders
Preferred
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
- Location:
- Fremont, California