Technical Procurement Specialist

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Location:

Markham, Ontario Posted: 3/14/2025 Location Name:
Markham

Wage:
Depends on Experience

Company Overview

Amphenol is one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products globally. We design, manufacture, and market electrical, electronic, and fiber optic connectors, coaxial and flat-ribbon cables, and interconnect systems. Our products serve primary markets such as communications, aerospace, military electronics, automotive, transportation, and industrial applications. With a strong reputation as an excellent employer, Amphenol offers ample opportunities for career growth within a global organization.

Every employee, regardless of position, plays a pivotal role in positively impacting our business.

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for overseeing and managing the end-to-end purchasing and supply chain activities, ensuring a smooth and efficient flow of materials and products necessary for business operations. This role requires a strong focus on optimizing procurement strategies, fostering supplier relationships, and collaborating with internal teams to drive schedules and to ensure cost-effectiveness and high-quality standards.

Experience with PCBs, metal and plastic prototyping methods, quick turnaround tooling, service agreements, vendor selection, and negotiations is critical to success in this role.

Key Attributes

• Deadline-Driven:
  Ability to prioritize and overcome obstacles to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Negotiator:
  Skilled in negotiating favorable terms to achieve the best cost, quality, and delivery outcomes, especially in high-stakes contracts.
• Curious:
  Seeks new information and continuously explores innovative solutions.
• Relationship Manager:
  Adept at building strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Effective Communicator:
  Communicates with clarity, listens actively, and tailors messages for maximum impact.

• Conduct market research to identify and qualify potential suppliers for materials such as PCBs, plastic and metal components, and quick turnaround tooling, assessing their capabilities, pricing, and quality.
• Oversee the issuance of purchase orders, track progress, and ensure timely delivery to meet production schedules, particularly in fast-paced and time-sensitive environments.
• Monitor and adjust order quantities based on forecast changes, inventory levels, and production needs.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and other teams to ensure purchasing aligns with technical specifications, including working on prototypes and quick-turn tooling for product development.
• Manage supply chain budgets, ensuring cost-efficiency while maintaining quality standards.

• Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with key suppliers to foster long-term partnerships, particularly those supplying PCBs, prototypes, and other critical materials.
• Conduct regular evaluations of supplier performance, focusing on quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Facilitate open communication with suppliers to address any issues or changes in requirements promptly, ensuring service agreements and contracts are met.
• Work closely with suppliers on continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on product quality, lead-time and cost reduction.
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure adherence to Amphenol HSIO’s and industry standards.

• Lead contract negotiations, especially for service agreements and vendors involved in PCBs, tooling, and other complex parts of the supply chain.
• Review and finalize contracts to ensure they contain necessary clauses related to quality standards, pricing, delivery, and quick turnaround tooling requirements.
• Monitor contract terms and renegotiate proactively to maintain favorable conditions, ensuring high standards and continuity of service.
• Keep track of contract renewal dates to avoid disruptions in operations, especially for mission-critical components.

• Ensure inventory levels are aligned with demand forecasts and production requirements, particularly for time-sensitive and high-priority materials like PCBs and tooling components.
• Develop contingency plans to handle inventory disruptions and unexpected demand spikes.
• Coordinate with warehouse teams to ensure the efficient storage, handling, and distribution of materials.

• Collaborate with quality teams to set clear expectations for procured materials, including PCBs and prototype parts.
• Review supplier quality records to ensure incoming materials meet Amphenol’s standards.
• Address quality issues with suppliers, implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
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