About Kitron Group
Kitron is a leading Scandinavian Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company, delivering full range of services within the entire value chain of electronics production, including development and design, industrialization and manufacturing, as well as product upgrades and service/repairs. We operate in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Lithuania, Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, India, China, Malaysia and the United States.
With about 2500 highly skilled employees, we manufacture and deliver anything from fully assembled electronic circuit boards to complete end products for customers globally.
If you're ready to explore limitless opportunities and help world-class customers succeed, become a part of our team.
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Location: Poland, Grudziądz (hybrid remote)
Deadline: 18.09.2025
Kitron is currently looking for a PCB Quoting Engineer, who is going to join a Global Sourcing Team and be accountable to Mechanical Commodity Manager in Poland.
Job Description:
- Manage sourcing activities and supplier relationships for PCBs.
- Handle quote requests, cost analysis, and supplier negotiations.
- Use expertise in cost analysis, including labor, material, and tooling costs, to ensure cost-effective sourcing decisions.
- Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure technical and commercial alignment.
- Stay ahead of market trends and proactively manage risks and opportunities.
- Analyse customer data to ensure PCB suitability for production and determine the best quoting strategy during RFQ.
- Identify potential issues or cost-saving opportunities for PCBs.
- Estimate PCB cost based on materials, labour, production methods, and other relevant factors.
- Evaluate supplier quotes to ensure competitiveness and alignment with project needs.
- Work closely with sales, engineering, and quoting teams to ensure quotes align with both customer expectations and internal capabilities.
- Identify and develop new suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and lead-time requirements.
- Be part of vendor development activities, including quality assessments, audits, and performance reviews.
- Drive cost negotiation processes with suppliers to secure the best possible pricing for PCBs.
- Support Quarterly Business Review (QBR) preparation and supplier performance tracking.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in electronics, engineering, business or a related field.
- >5 years of experience in PCB, EMS or other relevant industries (Aerospace, Defence, Medical and Industrial sectors).
- Proven track record of vendor identification, development, and management in PCB sourcing.
- Hands-on experience working with PCB suppliers, including quoting, negotiations, and performance management.
- Has a solid understanding of PCB technology – including types, materials, stack-ups, and surface finishes.
- Very good understanding of PCB manufacturing processes and quality standards.
- Can analyze and break down PCB cost structures effectively.
- Brings insight into the global PCB market and supplier landscape.
- Capable of supporting audits and may take on auditing responsibilities in the future.
- Able to communicate fluently and effectively in English on a technical level.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Excellent teamwork skills –ability to work in cross-functional groups, preferably multi-national.
- Familiar with ERP systems like SAP, IFS, computer office skills.
- Able to communicate effectively in English on a technical level.
We offer:
- A highly skilled and motivated team of colleagues;
- Opportunities for personal and professional development;
- Competitive remuneration;
- Full travel insurance (valid on business trips);
- Extra attention and benefits for the employee in case of important life events;
- Flexible working hours and hybrid remote work;