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Rand Technology · 2 days ago

Purchasing Manager-ACOMM

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Rand Technology is focused on advanced communication systems and related technologies, and they are seeking a Purchasing Manager - ACOMM to lead procurement activities. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies to support the company's operational and strategic objectives in the telecommunications sector.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute purchasing strategies for ACOMM product lines and components

Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and vendors for communication systems and equipment

Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and favorable payment terms

Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain dynamics in the telecommunications industry

Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers

Conduct supplier performance evaluations and scorecards

Manage supplier onboarding, qualification, and continuous improvement processes

Resolve supplier issues including quality concerns, delivery delays, and pricing disputes

Process purchase orders and requisitions accurately and efficiently

Coordinate with engineering, operations, and project teams to understand material requirements

Monitor inventory levels and implement inventory optimization strategies

Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures

Manage purchasing budget and track spending against targets

Identify cost reduction opportunities and implement savings initiatives

Analyze total cost of ownership for procurement decisions

Provide accurate forecasting for procurement expenditures

Partner with project managers to support project timelines and deliverables

Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure supplier compliance

Work with warehouse/logistics teams to coordinate deliveries and receiving

Support sales and engineering teams with technical procurement requirements

Generate purchasing reports including spend analysis, savings tracking, and supplier metrics

Maintain accurate records in procurement systems and ERP platforms

Provide insights and recommendations based on procurement data

Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)

Qualification

Procurement managementSupplier relationship managementContract negotiationERP systems proficiencyAdvanced Excel skillsTelecommunications procurementData analysisAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam management