Strategic Buyer

About SI Electronics SI Electronics is an international electronic components sourcing and distribution company headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, serving customers across global markets. SI Electronics Americas LLC supports the U.S. market by connecting customer demand with a global network of manufacturers, authorized distributors, and qualified sourcing partners. Our team focuses on responsive procurement, supply chain solutions, and lasting customer and supplier relationships. The Opportunity The Strategic Buyer leads strategic procurement of electronic components through authorized distributors, manufacturers, and customer excess inventory. This role analyzes market movements, qualifies sourcing channels, and identifies opportunities connecting customer demand with available supply. A central responsibility is evaluating, managing, and commercializing customer excess inventory. The ideal candidate brings semiconductor and electronics market expertise, analytical judgment, negotiation skills, an established industry network, and a proactive, accountable approach. What You’ll Do Identify market opportunities and synergies among current and prospective customers and suppliers. Analyze, qualify, manage, and commercialize customer excess inventory. Monitor and evaluate global semiconductor and electronics market trends. Develop relationships with suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, and other industry partners. Lead strategic sourcing based on cost, availability, quality, and delivery performance. Procure components from authorized manufacturers, distributors, and qualified alternative channels. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with customers and suppliers. Manage open purchase orders and procurement activities in the ERP system. Review and approve supplier invoices with relevant internal departments. Track purchase orders and ensure timely fulfillment of supply commitments. Support supplier evaluations and supply chain risk assessments. Provide coverage during absences and assist adjacent functions as needed. Improve procurement processes and sourcing strategies. What We’re Looking For Commercial or technical training, or a degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Several years of strategic procurement experience, ideally in electronics or semiconductors. Knowledge of electronic components and global sourcing markets. Experience managing suppliers and negotiating prices and contracts. Strong analytical, commercial, decision-making, and communication skills. Initiative, adaptability, resilience, and accountability. Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications Established network in the global semiconductor and electronics industry. Experience sourcing excess inventory and hard-to-find components. Understanding of supply chain dynamics, allocation, and market trends. Comfort working in a fast-paced international environment. Compensation & Benefits Annual base salary: $65,000–$80,000 USD, based on experience and qualifications. Medical benefits through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA), with employer allowance subject to eligibility and plan terms. Employer-paid dental and vision coverage. 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution, subject to plan terms and eligibility. 20 days of paid time off annually, subject to company policy. Paid company observed holidays. Short-term and long-term disability coverage, subject to policy terms. Collaboration with an international team and opportunities to help grow SI Electronics Americas. Join SI Electronics Americas and help expand our sourcing capabilities and global supplier network. Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Briefly describe a semiconductor shortage you m…

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