Delta Electronics · 1 day ago
[2026 Global]_Buyer / Purchasing Specialist_Global MFG (Taiwan-based)
California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$32K/yr - $60K/yrDelta Electronics is a global leader in power electronics and thermal management, providing solutions across various sectors. The Buyer / Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for executing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring material readiness to support production needs.
IndustrialManufacturingPower GridTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Receive material demand from internal teams (SCM/Planning/RD/PM) and execute purchase orders accordingly
Confirm order acknowledgment, delivery promise dates, and follow up with suppliers
Act as the daily operational contact window for suppliers regarding shipments, delivery dates, and production schedules
Follow up on supplier capacity, production readiness, and delivery commitment (L/T management)
Understand supplier manufacturing capacity design/planning and evaluate whether capacity meets build and ramp requirements
Coordinate with suppliers to resolve short shipments, delays, shortages, or urgent pulls
Track material availability for NPI, MP, or project builds, ensuring timely arrival to support production
Monitor incoming shipments and collaborate with warehouse/logistics to ensure smooth receiving
Escalate delivery risks and propose mitigation plans (expedite, split shipments, alternative sources)
Manage PO changes, delivery rescheduling, RTV (return-to-vendor), or replacement requests
Maintain purchasing records, supplier communications, delivery logs, and documentation accuracy
Perform ERP/MRP transactions for ordering, receiving updates, and delivery record maintenance
Work with IQC when quality issues are identified, support MRB/SCAR/conditional-use (special approval) processes, and coordinate with RD and VQA to determine material disposition (release, rework, replacement, or return)
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in purchasing or supplier coordination, with strong ability to manage PR/PO flow from order placement to delivery
Strong understanding of delivery management, including lead-time tracking, shipment follow-up, and supplier commitment verification
Solid knowledge of material readiness, able to proactively identify shortages, delivery risks, and replenishment needs
Ability to understand supplier manufacturing capacity planning, and assess whether supplier loading can support NPI/MP/ramp requirements
Experience handling RTV (return-to-vendor), replacement, rework, and delivery rescheduling requests
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems for PO creation, delivery updates, receiving confirmation, and record maintenance
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables), PowerPoint, and Word
Effective communication skills, especially for daily supplier coordination and issue escalation
Fluency in Mandarin and English, both verbal and written
Preferred
Knowledge of cost breakdown, supplier allocation strategies, and sourcing collaboration
Experience with international logistics, freight forwarding, customs, and material import/export processes
Exposure to Lean / Six Sigma concepts (e.g., problem-solving, structured RCA, 8D, continuous improvement)
Experience supporting NPI builds, ramp planning, or project-based material readiness work
Hands-on experience managing incoming material issues, including supporting IQC inspection results, MRB/conditional-use processes, and working with RD/VQA on material disposition
Company
Delta Electronics
Delta Electronics manufactures custom power supply solutions for telecommunications, IT, industrial automation, and automotive applications.
Founded in 1994
10001+ employees
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