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Assistant Purchasing and SOM Manager

jmax resources llc
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/21/2026

Lead Purchasing. Drive Operations. Strengthen Customer Service.

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Purchasing & SOM Manager to support and lead purchasing, supply chain, and Sales Order Management operations. This role is ideal for a strong leader who can manage multiple priorities, solve complex supply chain challenges, develop teams, and ensure accurate and timely customer order processing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee purchasing activities, including purchase orders, supplier escalations, expediting, repairs, and work orders.
  • Review purchase requisitions and MRP requirements to ensure accurate and timely procurement.
  • Source alternative suppliers, negotiate pricing, and support cost reduction initiatives.
  • Supervise, train, coach, and develop Buyers and SOM Representatives.
  • Support hiring, performance management, scheduling, timecard approvals, onboarding, and training.
  • Monitor sales orders, shipments, deliveries, backlog, customer pricing, and on-time delivery metrics.
  • Prepare customer quotations and sales orders while resolving order status and customer issues.
  • Partner with Sales, Quality, IT, Logistics, Site Leads, customers, and suppliers.
  • Develop and improve departmental procedures, policies, and training programs.
  • Maintain compliance with all safety and company policies.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
  • 8 years of related experience, preferably in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing.
  • 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
  • Experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, and/or order management.
  • Strong ERP/CRM and Microsoft Office skills, including Excel.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong customer service and relationship management abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

If you are an experienced purchasing and supply chain leader ready to make an impact, apply today!

Pay: $95,000.00 - $112,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $95,000 - $112,000

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