3+ years in a specialized electro/mechanical or technical role
Knowledge of PCB assembly processes and industry standards
Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Experience in supply chain evaluation and optimization
Detail-oriented with a strategic mindset
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Familiarity with MRP and procurement tasks, SAP experience preferred
Experience in ISO 14001/9001 Quality Management Systems
Responsibilities
Manage Category Management for Electronics suppliers, focusing on Cables, PCB, and Sensors
Support supplier selection and new sourcing projects aligned with business strategy
Negotiate contracts and finalize annual agreements
Lead local procurement projects, including market research and sourcing in North America
Define supplier strategies in line with Global Procurement Commodity management
Assist in developing new techniques and materials for service development
Handle operational tasks in SAP, including master data maintenance
Benefits
Comprehensive medical benefits
Financial benefits including performance bonuses
Competitive benefits package
Commitment to fair and equitable compensation
Supportive work environment fostering teamwork
Full Job Description
Introduction
The Procurement Engineer Electronics is responsible for development and implementation of the strategy for the technology portfolio according to the Global Group procurement strategy. This strategy is defined together with the Purchasing Manager Americas and the Global Head of the Electronics department, in line with the Global Head of Procurement. The Procurement Engineer Electronics reports directly to the Manager, Purchasing Americas in Danbury, CT and bears full responsibility for agreed upon goals and objectives. Key Responsibilities
Local responsibility for Category Management of all Electronics suppliers with a major focus on Cables, PCB, Sensors.
Support supplier selection, benchmarks, new sourcing projects in alignment with business strategy.
Support contract negotiation / price negotiation, conclusion of annual contracts
Lead local procurement projects including market research and development of new local procurement sources in the US, Canada and Mexico.
Define short and long term supplier strategy in alignment with Global Procurement Commodity management.
Support development service including but not limited to providing new techniques, materials, manufacturing processes and know-how.
Support operational tasks in SAP including but not limited to master data maintenance.
Drafting of cooperation agreements, service contracts, etc
Support local supplier assessment / development for the Group Strategy
Optimization of costs TCO, MPI, OTD, Quality, ITO
Required Expertise
BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Minimum 3 + years' experience in a specialized electro/mechanical or technical position.
Knowledge of PCB assembly process, quality assurance, industry standards and certifications.
Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Experience of evaluating and optimizing supply chain.
Detail Oriented, strategic with a Diplomatic yet assertive mind set.
Travel approximately 15%.
Must have strong written and oral communication skills
Excellent understanding of MRP and Procurement Tasks. SAP Experience preferred.
Experience working in an ISO 14001 / 9001 Quality Management System
Demonstrated ability to work well in team environment and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Compensation & Benefits Belimo is committed to paying all employees in a fair, equitable and transparent manner. The base pay for this position ranges from $90,000 - $105,000 annually with a target performance bonus of 15% of an employee's annual base salary. Compensation is based on several factors including geographic location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. Belimo is a total compensation company which includes a comprehensive benefits package including a full range of medical, financial, and other competitive benefits.
About BELIMO Holding AG
Belimo Holding AG is a Swiss manufacturer of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. The company produces electric actuators, control valves and sensors used in HVAC systems. Belimo has a global presence with production facilities in Switzerland, Slovakia, the United States, China, Brazil and India. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Hinwil, Switzerland.
