MATERIALS PURCHASING SPECIALIST

Ivemsa; Mexicali; Presencial; MXN 30,000 - 60,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Materials Purchasing Specialist to enhance their procurement processes. This role involves sourcing and negotiating materials to support manufacturing while ensuring optimal inventory levels. You'll collaborate with various teams, maintain supplier relationships, and drive cost-reduction initiatives. If you possess strong negotiation skills and experience with ERP systems, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Formación

• 3+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.

Responsabilidades

• Source and procure materials according to specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor order status to ensure timely delivery and resolve supplier issues.

Conocimientos

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Inventory Management

Supplier Development

Cost Analysis

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Herramientas

ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, COMPAQ)

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Descripción del empleo

The Materials Purchasing Specialist is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, components, and supplies to support manufacturing and operational requirements. This role plays a key part in maintaining optimal inventory levels, ensuring timely deliveries, and building strong relationships with suppliers.

· Source and procure materials, components, and supplies in accordance with company specifications, quality standards, and lead time requirements

· Obtain and evaluate quotes, negotiate pricing and terms, and issue purchase orders to approved suppliers

· Monitor order status to ensure on-time delivery and follow up on delayed or incomplete shipments

· Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, delivery dates, and inventory levels in the ERP system

· Collaborate with production planning, engineering, and inventory control teams to ensure materials availability

· Identify and develop new suppliers to improve cost, quality, and reliability

· Resolve supplier issues related to pricing, quality, or delivery in a timely and effective manner

· Support cost-reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts within the supply chain

· Ensure compliance with internal purchasing policies and applicable regulatory requirements

· Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to purchasing, cost savings, and supplier performance

· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

· Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in a manufacturing environment

· Strong negotiation and communication skills

· Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, COMPAQ, or similar)

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

· Knowledge of inventory management, supplier development, and cost analysis

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

· Bilingual in English and Spanish