International Company - Sr. Buyer Position

Senior Buyer
Company: Leading U.S. IoT Solutions & Smart Home Technology Company
Location: Taiwan
About the Company
Our client is a leading U.S.-headquartered IoT technology company recognized for its innovative smart home, security, and connected-device solutions. With a global footprint spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, the company partners with world-class ODM/OEM manufacturers to deliver high-quality consumer technology products to millions of users worldwide.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Tactical Buyer to join a global supply chain organization. This role is responsible for tactical purchasing, supplier management, material availability, and delivery execution across ODM/OEM manufacturing partners. The successful candidate will work closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time product delivery, optimize inventory, support NPI programs, and mitigate supply chain risks in a fast-paced international environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with ODM partners and approved vendors to ensure material availability and support quarterly business objectives.
• Coordinate shipments with ODMs to minimize premium freight costs while meeting customer delivery commitments.
• Manage supplier delivery performance to maintain high on-time delivery (OTD) standards.
• Partner with suppliers and ODMs to reduce excess and obsolete (EOL) inventory through order cancellations, inventory disposition, or alternative solutions.
• Expedite critical materials for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs to ensure successful product launches.
• Work with planning teams to optimize material allocation during supply shortages.
• Drive second-source implementation with ODMs and engineering teams to improve supply continuity and reduce material risks.
• Execute daily purchasing activities, including purchase order management, shipment scheduling, and ERP data maintenance.
• Coordinate with Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure accurate system data and smooth supply chain execution.
• Resolve purchase order, shipment, and EDI-related issues with suppliers.
• Support NPI material planning and manage risk-buy materials with ODMs and planning teams.
• Prepare operational reports and supply chain metrics for management review.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above.
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing, tactical buying, or supply chain experience, preferably within ODM/OEM or electronics manufacturing environments.
• Experience working in multinational corporations is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Tactical Purchasing
  • Order Cycle Management
  • Supplier & Vendor Management
  • Material Planning
  • Inventory Control
  • NPI Support
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle or SAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate supply risks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience working across suppliers, engineering, planning, logistics, and operations teams.
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced, international environment.
• Fluent in both English and Mandarin (written and spoken).
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with ODM/OEM manufacturing partners.
• Background in consumer electronics, IoT devices, networking, or high-tech manufacturing.
• Experience supporting the complete product lifecycle from NPI through EOL.
• Proven track record in supplier performance management, shortage mitigation, and delivery execution.