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Compal USA

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51 - 200 employees

💼 Consulting

📦 Logistics

🔧 Hardware

Consulting • Logistics • Hardware

Compal USA is a leading manufacturer specializing in electronics manufacturing systems, committed to excellence since 1978. The company emphasizes high-quality standards, innovative processes, and collaborative partnerships with clients across various industries to deliver scalable solutions. With a team of 43,000 professionals, Compal USA focuses on adapting to market demands and ensuring on-time delivery of products that reflect their clients' brands.

📋 Description

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, production, finance, quality and supply chain teams to align procurement strategies with technical specifications, cost targets, and production timelines. • Lead procurement activities for new product introductions (NPI), sourcing components such as sensors, optics, and mechanical and electrical parts for both local and global manufacturing sites. • Manage the purchase of MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) materials, including facility consumables and critical operational supplies to ensure uninterrupted production. • Source and procure laboratory equipment, tooling, and specialized components to support prototype builds, validation testing, and engineering development activities. • Support supplier selection processes, including RFQs/RFPs, commercial evaluations, and contract negotiations to secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery performance. • Maintain accurate and compliant procurement records, including purchase orders, pricing agreements, supplier data, and inventory transactions within ERP/MRP systems. • Support global logistics activities, including import/export requirements, freight optimization, and delivery scheduling across international suppliers. • Monitor and analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and supply risks within the automotive electronics sector to inform sourcing strategies and mitigate disruptions. • Drive cost-reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, value engineering, should-cost analysis, and supplier consolidation efforts. • Conduct and support supplier audits, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure quality, delivery, and compliance standards are achieved. • Issue and manage purchase orders (POs), ensuring accuracy, proper authorization, and on-time delivery of goods and services. • Actively monitor supplier performance metrics (OTD, quality, cost), resolving issues related to delays, nonconformance, or commercial discrepancies. • Identify and implement process improvements across the procurement function to enhance efficiency, reduce cycle times, and optimize total cost of ownership (TCO). • Ensure strict compliance with internal procurement policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements, including automotive quality expectations. • Prepare and present detailed reports on purchasing activities, spend analytics, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives to management.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field • 5-10 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain (preferably in automotive) • Familiarity with automotive standards (e.g., ISO/TS 16949, PPAP) • Strong negotiation and communication skills • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines • Excellent Excel and ERP system skills

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package • Opportunities for career growth • Collaborative and innovative work environment