Purchasing Manager

General Overview

Job Title: Purchasing Manager
Functional Area: Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Career Stream: Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Role: Manager 1 (MG1)
Job Code: MG1-SCM-PURC
Job Band: 09
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading a team of buyers and specialists to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials to support production. This role operates within a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment, balancing supplier relationship management with internal operational efficiency. The incumbent acts as a bridge between the customer’s requirements and the global supply base, ensuring that material shortages are mitigated and inventory targets are met.

Detailed Description

• Supplier Performance & Recovery: Drives performance improvement at critical suppliers by identifying and resolving complex systemic problems. Implements recovery plans to ensure on-time delivery (OTD) and quality standards.

• Operational Oversight: Validates Purchase Orders (POs), measures supplier Line of Balance (LOB), and manages past-due deliveries. Verifies raw material and Work-in-Process (WIP) positions at supplier sites.

• Team Leadership: Provides direct supervision to a team of purchasing professionals. This includes setting annual objectives, conducting performance reviews, coaching for development, and managing daily workloads.

• Supply Continuity: Proactively manages material supply to prevent production downtime. This involves tracking excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory and negotiating with suppliers on pricing and lead times.

• Collaboration: Acts as a liaison with the Business Office, Production, and Planning teams to communicate shipment plans and production readiness.

• Process Improvement: Identifies enhancements for SCM (Supply Chain Management) business processes and leads the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives using lean methodologies.

   

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of electronics manufacturing, including component lifecycles, lead-time dynamics, and global customs/traffic rules.

• Systems Expertise: Proficiency in SAP, Kinaxis RapidResponse, and advanced Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and statistical modeling).

• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of product cost structures, asset management techniques, and the impact of procurement on the site's P&L.

• Soft Skills: Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Ability to communicate technical and supply chain data clearly to executive leadership and external customers.
• Problem Solving: Ability to perform root-cause analysis on complex supply chain failures and implement corrective actions.

Physical Demands

• Environment: Primary work is performed in a professional office setting within a manufacturing facility.

• Effort: Requires sustained visual concentration on computer monitors and detailed data for extended periods.
• Mobility: Frequent sitting, standing, and walking through the production floor to coordinate with manufacturing teams.

• Travel: Occasional domestic or international travel (approximately 10%) may be required to visit supplier sites or other Celestica locations.

Typical Experience

• Years of Experience: 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, procurement, or materials planning.
• Leadership: At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or team-lead capacity is preferred.

• Industry: Experience in the EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services) or High-Tech industry is highly valued.

Typical Education

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
• Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and significant industry experience may be considered.

• Certifications: APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM) certifications are considered a strong asset.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.