Purpose Statement: Responsible for the team who owns the proper execution of component costing by utilizing industry experience, should cost software, costing team members, and supplier relationships to ensure Plexus maintains industry leading component pricing.
Key Job Accountabilities:
- Conduct industry research and have a high degree of technical and business knowledge within assigned commodities.
- Accurately and timely evaluate engineering specifications to determine correct supplier capability requirements by clearly identifying specifications; including, but not limited to, material and tolerance attributes.
- Direct costing and manage quotation requests with appropriate suppliers to ensure Plexus Corp. obtains industry competitive component pricing within the requested time frame.
- Solid understanding of the manufacturers, suppliers and marketplace for the assigned commodity and communicate this understanding to estimators, buyers, engineers, and costing personnel.
- Provide functional guidance to junior / new hire in accomplishing operational objectives and accountable to execute on Plexus’ talent strategy.
Education/Experience Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 4 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
Other Qualifications:
- Procurement, supply chain, distribution, and logistics competence
- Strong experience driving KPIs
- Demonstrated commodity management expertise
- Ability to communicate at all levels within an organization
- Strong data analysis and decision-making capabilities
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Project management experience
Physical Requirements:
- Professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise level. May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and other office equipment. Minimal physical activity is generally involved, emphasizing the importance of good posture and ergonomic workplace arrangements.
Travel Requirements:
- Less than 40%
This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Four or more years of related experience
- Procurement, supply chain, distribution, and logistics competence
- Commodity management expertise
- Experience driving KPIs
- Strong data analysis and decision-making capabilities
- Ability to communicate at all organizational levels
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Project management experience
Plexus Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental and vision coverage are complemented by multiple plan options and wellbeing programs, including mental‑health support, virtual physical therapy and chronic‑condition management. This breadth, alongside tax‑advantaged accounts, indicates a robust health and wellness offering.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program includes a clear company match administered by a major provider, with access to financial guidance resources. This delivers dependable retirement support within the overall rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave and paid volunteer time off are part of the core package, with PTO that scales with tenure. This combination reflects comprehensive time‑away support across life and community needs.
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What We Do
Since 1979, Plexus has been partnering with companies to create the products that build a better world. We are a team of over 20,000 individuals who are dedicated to providing Design and Development, Supply Chain Solutions, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing and Aftermarket Services. Plexus is a global leader that specializes in serving customers in industries with highly complex products and demanding regulatory environments. Plexus delivers customer service excellence to leading companies by providing innovative, comprehensive solutions throughout a product’s lifecycle. For more information about Plexus, visit our website at www.plexus.com
