Assistant Purchasing Manager

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Purchasing & Sales Order Management (SOM) Manager to support and oversee daily purchasing, procurement, and order management operations. This individual will play a key role in ensuring materials are sourced efficiently, customer orders are processed accurately, and cross-functional teams remain aligned to meet business objectives. The ideal candidate has strong supply chain experience, leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to improve processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Oversee purchasing activities, including purchase orders, vendor management, and procurement planning.
• Monitor sales order processing to ensure accurate, timely order entry and fulfillment.
• Lead and develop Purchasing and SOM team members through training, coaching, and performance management.
• Collaborate with suppliers to manage pricing, expedite critical orders, resolve delivery issues, and support cost reduction initiatives.
• Partner with internal teams including Sales, Operations, Logistics, Quality, and Customer Service to ensure smooth execution of customer orders and supply chain operations.
• Analyze MRP data, purchasing trends, inventory needs, and order backlogs to support operational efficiency.
• Maintain vendor, pricing, and customer information within ERP systems.
• Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and process improvements.
• Track key performance metrics, including supplier performance and on-time delivery.
• Support hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and day-to-day team management activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or order management.
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience working with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Experience with in the semiconductor, electronics, or advanced manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of MRP planning and inventory management processes.
• Supplier management and vendor performance analysis experience.
• Experience driving cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with compliance, quality systems, and internal controls.