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Electrical Purchasing Manager Jobs in Riverside, CA

Skyworks

Staff Electrical Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$114K - $220K/yr

Manage laboratory activities and logistics of material (filters, MCM break-out, module builds). Job ... purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others.

Z-EV Disty Corp

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Operations Manager - Power Distribution Products

Irvine, CA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

The ideal candidate has experience in electrical equipment, switchgear, industrial power ... Review customer purchase orders and ensure accurate product configuration and documentation

CDM Smith

Project Manager II

Rancho Cucamonga, CA · On-site

$120K - $210K/yr

Preferred Qualifications We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead large ... purchase orders o Managing submittals and shop drawings for approval o Ensuring timely delivery to ...

Sparrow Company

Maintenance Manager

Chino, CA

Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and PLC-controlled equipment issues ... Authorize purchases of parts, tools, and equipment. * Identify opportunities for cost savings and ...

Sparrow Company

Maintenance Manager

CA · On-site

$95K - $125K/yr

Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and PLC-controlled equipment issues ... Authorize purchases of parts, tools, and equipment. * Identify opportunities for cost savings and ...

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How much do electrical purchasing manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for electrical purchasing manager in Riverside, CA is $87,845.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,800.00 and $104,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Electrical Purchasing Manager position, and why are they important?

To succeed as an Electrical Purchasing Manager, you need a strong background in supply chain management, procurement processes, and knowledge of electrical components and equipment, often supported by a degree in engineering, supply chain, or business. Familiarity with ERP software, contract management systems, and certifications like CPM or CPSM are typically advantageous. Exceptional negotiation, analytical thinking, and interpersonal communication skills help you manage vendor relationships and coordinate with internal teams. These competencies ensure cost-effective purchasing, timely project delivery, and alignment with technical and business requirements.

What does an Electrical Purchasing Manager do?

An Electrical Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, procuring, and managing the supply of electrical components and equipment for a company. They negotiate contracts, ensure cost efficiency, and maintain relationships with suppliers to secure quality products. Their role also involves monitoring inventory levels, assessing supplier performance, and staying updated on industry trends to optimize procurement strategies. Effective communication and negotiation skills are crucial for success in this role.

What are some typical challenges faced by Electrical Purchasing Managers, and how do they address them?

Electrical Purchasing Managers often encounter challenges such as fluctuating market prices for electrical components, supply chain disruptions, and balancing quality with budget constraints. They address these issues by building strong relationships with reliable suppliers, keeping up-to-date with industry trends, and implementing strategic sourcing practices. Effective problem-solving and proactive risk management are essential to maintaining project timelines and minimizing costs. Collaboration with engineering, project management, and finance teams is a key part of overcoming these challenges and ensuring organizational goals are met.

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Infographic showing various Electrical Purchasing Manager job openings in Riverside, CA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,845 per year, or $42.2 per hour.
Staff Electrical Engineer, Design Concept Engineering

Staff Electrical Engineer, Design Concept Engineering

Ford Motor Company

Irvine, CA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Job Description
The new Ford Universal EV Platform and Ford Universal EV Production System were born from a team that combines the discipline, expertise and scale of a company with 122 years of experience with the speed, innovation and first-principles thinking of a California-based electric vehicle hardware and software skunkworks team. The result: a simple, efficient, flexible ecosystem to deliver a family of affordable, electric, software-defined vehicles - the first of which is a midsize, four-door electric pickup that will be assembled at Ford's Louisville Assembly Plant for U.S. and export markets. Its launch is scheduled for 2027.
Advanced EV's Design Concept Engineering team is looking for an EE Staff Hardware Engineer to join our fast-paced development, working on cutting-edge features with complex hardware, sensors and software. You would be responsible for architecting, implementing and designing boards for our upcoming product platform, including both on-vehicle and off-vehicle components. This work focuses on product-differentiating, customer-facing designs and circuits for new products features and development. A good candidate would have a strong background in printed circuit board design, schematics and layout, and a portfolio of shipping products in which they crafted the specifications, did schematic design, layout, bring up, and testing for. They would have knowledge of DC-to-DC converters, high speed digital signaling, common data buses (I2C, SPI...) and analog circuit design. Experience with working with oversea CMs and production processes are preferred.
Responsibilities
What you'll do...
Electrical Design - This would include schematic and layout of key electrical boards as well as providing guidance to JDM/OEMs on executing designs.
Bring Up and validation - Bring up designs done in-house and at JDM/OEM. Test designs for reliability and validity. Implement changes to address issues found.
Rapid Prototyping - Create quick, simple designs to execute design vision of the studio team using off the shelf parts. Understand tradeoffs being made for velocity and mitigate risks that impact team progress.
System Integration - Work with other engineering teams to integrate electrical designs into our vehicles.
Influence design decisions - Help define electrical architecture and execution.
Qualifications
You'll have...
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering

  • 10+ years of experience with board design

  • Experience working with Altium eCAD tools

  • Experience working with contract manufacturers and OEMs

  • Knowledge of DC/DC converters, transmission lines, common Data buses, analog circuits, board design and layout best practices

  • Experience in technical leadership

Even better, you may have...
  • 10+ years of experience with Systems/HW architectures experience

  • Python scripting experience

  • C/C++ coding experience

  • Design experience using microprocessors and digital logic

  • Knowledge in display, audio and camera technologies

  • Experience in motors and encoders

  • Experience using SI tools such as hyperlink

  • Experience in ethernet networking

  • Experience in automotive design (AECxxx, CAN, LIN, T1S)

  • Experience with validation testing and production design processes

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply.
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a change maker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Doral, FL, US

Year founded

1982

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