Procurement Engineer Electro/Mechanics

Belimo • Danbury, CT

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About The Position

The Procurement Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing the strategy for the technology portfolio in accordance with the Global Group procurement strategy. The strategy is defined in collaboration with the Purchasing Manager Americas and the Global Head of the Electronics department, in alignment with the Global Head of Procurement. The role reports directly to the Manager, Purchasing Americas in Danbury, Connecticut, and is accountable for agreed-upon goals and objectives.

The position manages local category responsibilities for Electronics suppliers, with a major focus on cables, printed circuit boards (PCB), and sensors. It supports supplier selection, benchmarking, sourcing projects, negotiations, supplier development, and procurement operations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The role also supports development services and cost optimization.

Belimo is a global market leader in the development, production, and sales of field devices for energy-efficient control of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems. Its core products include damper actuators, control valves, sensors, and meters. Founded in 1975, Belimo has been listed on the Swiss Exchange (SIX) since 1995.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in a specialized electro/mechanical or technical position.
• Knowledge of PCB assembly processes, quality assurance, industry standards, and certifications.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Experience evaluating and optimizing supply chains.
• Detail-oriented and strategic, with a diplomatic yet assertive mindset.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent understanding of MRP and procurement tasks.
• Experience working in an ISO 14001 / 9001 Quality Management System.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Willingness to travel approximately 15%.

Nice To Haves

• SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage local category responsibilities for Electronics suppliers, with a major focus on cables, PCB, and sensors.
• Support supplier selection, benchmarking, and new sourcing projects in alignment with business strategy.
• Support contract and price negotiations and the conclusion of annual contracts.
• Lead local procurement projects, including market research and development of new procurement sources in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
• Define short- and long-term supplier strategies in alignment with Global Procurement Commodity Management.
• Support development services, including providing new techniques, materials, manufacturing processes, and know-how.
• Support operational tasks in SAP, including master data maintenance.
• Draft cooperation agreements, service contracts, and related documents.
• Support local supplier assessment and development in accordance with Group strategy.
• Optimize costs and performance measures including TCO, MPI, OTD, quality, and ITO.

Benefits

• Target performance bonus of 15% of annual base salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a full range of medical, financial, and other competitive benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level