At Circuitwise Electronics, we manufacture electronics for customers in MedTech, Aerospace and Defence. For more than 35 years, we've earned their trust through careful work, honest relationships and a shared commitment to getting things right. The products we manufacture change lives.

There's plenty happening at our Norwest Business Park head office. New clients bring fresh ideas, and their projects give us a close look at remarkable technology. We're investing in our people and equipment while Circuitwise Group grows through acquisitions across Australia and New Zealand. You'll have the support of a broader group and the familiarity of a close local team. We pitch in for each other here and we're proud of the people beside us, the customers who trust us and the products we help bring to market.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced Purchasing Officer / Buyer to join our Sydney team. Reporting to the Supply Chain Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring the right materials are available at the right time, cost and quality to support our production requirements.

About You

You will work closely with Planning, Production, Engineering, Sales and our supplier network to manage the purchasing lifecycle, from sourcing and quotation through to purchase order management, delivery and supplier performance.

This is a hands-on role with the opportunity to influence purchasing strategies, improve supplier performance and deliver meaningful cost and supply-chain improvements.

We are looking for someone who brings strong purchasing experience together with a practical understanding of electronics manufacturing.

Strong knowledge of electronic components and the electronics supply chain





Experience sourcing components through manufacturers, authorised distributors and international suppliers

Experience managing supplier quotations, pricing and purchase orders

Strong negotiation and supplier-management skills

Experience working with BOMs, MRP/ERP systems and production planning

A good understanding of lead times, component shortages and material availability

Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability

Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills

A proactive approach with the ability to take ownership and drive matters through to completion

Tasks & Responsibilities

Manage the sourcing and purchasing of electronic components, PCBs and other production materials

Review BOM and material requirements and obtain competitive supplier quotations

Negotiate pricing, lead times, supply terms and commercial arrangements with suppliers

Manage purchase orders from placement through to delivery

Monitor and expedite outstanding orders to ensure materials are available in line with production schedules

Proactively manage component shortages, long lead-time items and supply risks

Identify alternative sources and opportunities for improved pricing, availability and supply continuity

Maintain and develop strong relationships with manufacturers, authorised distributors and other key suppliers





Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure purchasing decisions support customer and production requirements

Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement and inventory optimisation

Qualifications & Experience

Tertiary Qualification in Supply Chain, Business or a related discipline and/or 2+ years' experience in purchasing, procurement or buying within electronics manufacturing, EMS or a related manufacturing environment

Solid communication and supplier relationship skills

Commercial awareness and confidence negotiating pricing, lead times and supply requirements with suppliers

Experience using ERP/MRP systems and managing purchasing data

Proficient in Microsoft Office products, excel specifically (Word, PowerPoint)

Strong attention to detail

Excellent time management and organisational skills

Ability or driven to work independently and take ownership of tasks

Ability to work well within a team

Why Join Circuitwise?

This is more than a transactional purchasing role. You will have the opportunity to:

Take real ownership of purchasing within an established electronics manufacturing business

Work with a diverse range of sophisticated electronic products and technologies

Develop relationships with local and international suppliers

Work closely with Engineering, Production, Planning and client relationship teams

Contribute directly to sourcing strategy, supplier performance and cost improvement

Join a growing Australian business servicing exciting industries including MedTech, defence and aerospace

Build your career as our business and supply-chain capability continues t

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