Buyer - East Coast USA (Remote)
Excess Buyer - East Coast USA (Remote) We’re looking for a dynamic Excess Buyer to join our Purchasing team, working remotely across the West Coast. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in sourcing and purchasing excess inventory while helping drive revenue growth across the region. In this role, you will actively prospect new suppliers, build long-term relationships, and identify market opportunities to convert into profitable deals. It’s well-suited to someone who is commercially minded, proactive, and relationship driven.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and grow a strong pipeline of excess inventory suppliers (OEMs, EMS, distributors) within your region
- Proactively source new vendors through outreach, networking, referrals, and industry events
- Build and maintain long-term strategic supplier relationships
- Source, negotiate, and purchase electronic and mechanical components in line with margin targets
- Act as the main point of contact for assigned accounts, ensuring strong communication and follow-up
- Maintain accurate supplier and deal data in ERP/CRM systems
- Drive account growth across revenue, gross profit, and engagement
- Identify and execute speculative buying opportunities based on market demand (shortage / EOL / LTB)
- Collaborate closely with Sales to align inventory with customer demand
- Review excess BOMs to identify cost savings and margin opportunities
- Analyze market trends to identify high-value or constrained components
- Manage purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements
- Track goods ordered, received, and in transit
- Provide regular updates on pipeline, deals, and vendor activity
Required Experience & Skills
- 3–5+ years in procurement, excess inventory, or semiconductor distribution
- Strong understanding of the electronics supply chain (OEM, EMS, distribution)
- Proven experience in vendor prospecting and relationship building
- Commercial mindset with strong negotiation and closing skills
- Advanced Excel capabilities (analysis, pricing, data handling)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English required)
- Self-motivated, results-driven, and comfortable in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
Preferred
- Existing network within OEMs / EMS / distributors in the region
- Experience with shortage, EOL, or LTB components
- Familiarity with ERP/CRM systems
This role offers the chance to be part of a high-performing team where everyone contributes meaningful value, both to the business and to customers.