Purchasing Supervisor (Fremont, CA) - ELMA Electronic : Job Details

At Elma Electronic, we don't just build electronic enclosures and embedded systems—we engineer the backbone of innovation. From aerospace to medical technology, our solutions power the world's most advanced industries. With a commitment to precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we're on a mission to deliver excellence in everything we do.

Now, we're looking for a driven Purchasing Supervisor to lead our procurement team and help us scale smarter, faster, and more sustainably. This role is required to be onsite.

What You'll Do

As our Purchasing Supervisor, you'll be the linchpin of our supply chain operations—ensuring that materials and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in alignment with our production goals. You'll lead a team of buyers and clerks, build strong supplier relationships, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives across Elma.

Your impact will include:

• Leading daily purchasing operations and mentoring procurement staff
• Developing supplier contracts and managing VMI agreements
• Aligning material commit dates with production and sales schedules
• Monitoring market trends and recommending sourcing strategies
• Negotiating cost reductions and resolving supplier disputes
• Reporting KPIs and supporting internal/external audits
• Managing inventory levels and overseeing obsolete stock disposition

What You Bring

We're looking for a sharp, collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment.

You'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• 3–5 years of purchasing experience in electronics or high-tech manufacturing
• Proven leadership experience in procurement (supervisory preferred)
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• ERP and MS Office proficiency
• ISM or APICS certification (a plus!)

Why Elma?

At Elma, we believe in empowering our people to think boldly, act with integrity, and grow together. We offer:

• A collaborative and inclusive culture
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A chance to make a real impact in cutting-edge industries

Our Values

• Progress: Innovate, adopt better ways of working and being to drive performance
• Sincerity: Be transparent, trustworthy, honest, open and respectful, always
• Ownership: Take initiative, be committed and responsible, reach your full potential
• Collaboration: Teamwork and communication is how we work together and serve our customers

Salary range: $90,000 -$100,00

Elma offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and benefits package.

Ready to lead with purpose and precision? Apply now and help us shape the future of electronic innovation—from Lawrenceville or Fremont.

Elma Electronic Inc. is proud of our diversity and equal employment opportunity practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.