Purchasing Manager 1247

TELEFIRE is a leading Israeli technology company specializing in the development and manufacturing of advanced fire safety, smart building management, and security systems.

With over four decades of experience, operations in Israel and international markets, and in-house R&D and manufacturing, we develop innovative technologies designed to meet real-world needs.

We're looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to take ownership of our procurement operations, lead our purchasing team, and bring together strong commercial thinking, hands-on management, and a drive to make things work better.

What will you be doing?

• Lead the purchasing team and manage all direct and indirect procurement activities.
• Negotiate and manage commercial contracts and supplier agreements with local and international partners.
• Identify new suppliers, build strong business relationships, and develop alternative sourcing options.
• Find opportunities to reduce costs, improve purchasing efficiency, and streamline processes.
• Work closely with Production Planning to align purchasing activities with material requirements, optimize inventory levels, and ensure materials are available for production.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Production teams on component selection and new product introductions.
• Manage supply challenges, long lead times, and component shortages.

What are we looking for?

• At least 5 years of purchasing management experience in an electronics manufacturing company – a must.
• Proven experience leading and managing a team.
• Good understanding of electronic components, Bills of Materials (BOM), and manufacturing processes.
• Solid experience in commercial negotiations, supplier contracts, and purchasing agreements.
• Experience in supplier sourcing, cost reduction, and process improvement.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and a good understanding of purchasing and inventory planning.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Electronics, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Experience with Priority ERP – an advantage.

Beyond professional experience, we're looking for someone who knows how to lead people, work well across teams, and balance attention to detail with the bigger picture.

Someone who doesn't just maintain what's already in place, but is always looking for ways to improve, move things forward, and take the lead.

Location: Petah Tikva, Israel.