Procurement Manager

Onsite position

Not eligible for relocation funding

Title: Procurement Manager

Reports to: General Manager

Department: Purchasing

Pay Range: $92,000 to $125,000

FLSA Status: Exempt

About Us

For more than 50 years, Gowanda Electronics has been a leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of precision electronic components for RF, microwave, and power applications. Components include standard off-the-shelf and custom-designed inductors, chips, chokes, coils, conicals, toroids, transformers, and magnetic devices in surface mount and axial-leaded (thru-hole) configurations that are used in a wide variety of electronic applications around the world. The company offers RoHS-compliant products as well as lead-containing components for QPL military/defense and other demanding requirements. Non-magnetic inductors are also available for situations where magnetic components would compromise system performance, as in medical imaging (MRI) equipment.

SUMMARY

The Procurement Manager oversees the process of buying materials for the company. They optimize costs, negotiate favorable terms with suppliers, and ensure financial efficiency. They are responsible for mitigating risk while optimizing budget, alongside maintaining high quality standards and a competitive edge.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing sound, cost-effective strategies for the purchasing of materials used in the business
• Maintaining relationships with suppliers while continually scouting for additional vendors
• Evaluating spending operations while seeking ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries
• Communicating with management regularly regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting production
• Conducting cost analyses and setting benchmarks for improvement
• Developing risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages
• Supervising a purchasing team and delegating tasks across departments when necessary
• Working closely with the company legal department to make sure contracts and terms are favorable
• Other duties as assigned.

Required skills and qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

• Five or more years job-related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in procurement management, supply chain management, or other business related field
• Outstanding management skills
• Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a dexterity in “reading” the market
• Superior talent in negotiations and networking
• Good knowledge of supplier or third party management software
• Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers
• Experience in collecting and analyzing data
• Strong organization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of industry regulations and legal guidelines

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Purchasing Team

Why should you join our team?

Our team is growing At Gowanda Electronics we recognize that our employees play a vital role in our success, so we’ve created an environment that focuses on innovation, empowerment, and recognition of individual expertise.

We are known for our quality products and exemplary customer service, and it all starts with our employees. We are proud of the role we play as technology leaders and the difference we make every day by putting our customers first We are also committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive package and career growth opportunities

• Annual pay increases
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401K Program with Employer Match
• Group Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Coverage
• Vacation & Sick (in addition to 11 paid holidays)

This position is not eligible for relocation allowance.

Gowanda Electronics is an equal-opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

At Gowanda Electronics, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees are valued and supported.

Veterans are encouraged to apply.