Especialista de Compras

5660 Seco Tools de Mexico S.A. de C V; Saltillo; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

5660 Seco Tools de Mexico S.A. de C V is seeking a Purchasing Specialist located at our Ramos Arizpe facility. You will source and purchase indirect and direct materials and services, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.

You will collaborate with engineering, production, and finance, negotiate favorable terms, monitor supplier performance, and drive cost-saving initiatives while complying with company policies and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3+ years in procurement or supply chain.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement process from supplier selection to contract management.
• Develop procurement strategies to optimize costs and efficiency.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and assess capabilities.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and finance to align procurement with business goals.
• Monitor supplier performance, address issues, and foster long-term relationships.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and legal/ethical standards.
• Analyze purchasing data for KPIs and generate reports on trends and savings.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to optimize supply chain processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Independence

English-Spanish bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

You'll love this role! As a Purchasing Specialist at Seco Tools Mexico, you will be reporting directly to our Purchasing Manager Mexico (Ramos Arizpe & Queretaro), and will be responsible for strategically sourcing and purchasing indirect & direct materials, and services, to support our operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery. You'll be located at our Ramos Arizpe facility.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from supplier selection and negotiation to contract management and performance monitoring.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize costs and improve efficiency across various categories.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers, assess their capabilities, and ensure compliance with Sandvik's standards.
• Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, including pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including engineering, production, and finance, to understand their procurement needs and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance, address any issues or discrepancies, and foster strong, long-term relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, purchasing procedures, and relevant legal and ethical standards.
• Analyze purchasing data for our KPI's and generate reports to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and cost savings initiatives.
• Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at optimizing supply chain processes and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in a procurement, purchasing, or supply chain role, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Knowledge of Foreign trade and Customs. (Import Export).
• Solid understanding of procurement best practices, contract law, and supply chain principles.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and other procurement software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is highly desirable.
• Strong ethical conduct and integrity.

Join our great team! From our founding in Fagersta Sweden, to today's global company, our business has always been made to measure, but built on trust. Combining Cutting-Edge, precision tools with lasting, personal partnerships, we're a true people company helping our partners discover the future of the manufacturing industry. We're proud to make for makers, invent for inventors, and partner with pioneers. Propelling the future forward with our own obsession for innovation. In short - if the right tool for the job exists, we'll deliver it. If it doesn't, we'll create it. We're also proud to put sustainability at the heart of everything we do, challenging perceptions of our industry, changing the process of manufacturing, and playing our own small part in shaping a brighter looking future. To learn more, please visit us at www.secotools.com