Procurement Deployment Leader EMS

Schneider Electric; Monterrey; Presencial; MXN 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible work arrangements

Descripción de la vacante

Schneider Electric in Monterrey, Mexico, is seeking a Procurement Deployment Leader – EMS to optimize sourcing strategies, manage supplier relations, and drive cost efficiency across EMS/CM and metal components. You will support strategic procurement and cross-functional projects with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality teams.

The role emphasizes deployment leadership, negotiations, and proactive supplier development in a global supply chain context. Fluency in English preferred.

Formación

• PM experience in a manufacturing procurement environment.
• Strong understanding of EMS/CM and strategic sourcing.
• Experience sourcing metal components and related categories.
• Proven negotiation and stakeholder-management abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Lead supplier relationships across EMS/CM and metal component categories.
• Facilitate SKU transfers between internal factories and EMS/CM partners.
• Act as Procurement Lead for deployment projects with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Chain.
• Drive supplier development, productivity improvements, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Collaborate with Category Managers to identify sourcing opportunities and best-cost solutions.

Conocimientos

Procurement leadership

EMS/CM expertise

Supplier development

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost reduction

Sourcing

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related

Supply Chain Management

Descripción del empleo

Join our procurement team as a Procurement Deployment Leader - EMS and play a key role in optimizing sourcing strategies that drive cost efficiency and quality. This is your opportunity to manage supplier relationships, negotiate impactful contracts, and contribute to strategic decisions that shape our global operations.

What will you do?

Schneider Electric has an opportunity for a Procurement Deployment Leader – EMS in our Monterrey, Mexico location.

The EMS/CM commodity group belongs to the Global Supply Chain EE market, covering PCBA and Fabricated Finished Goods for Schneider Electric. This role will also support strategic procurement activities across key direct material categories, including:

• Fasteners
• Sheet Metal
• Metal Stampings
• Machining & Turning Components
• Lugs and Neutral Bars
• Copper Components
• Steel Components
• Non-Ferrous Materials

This position plays a critical role in connecting Global Procurement, Regional Procurement, Engineering, Supply Chain, and suppliers to drive deployment projects, supplier performance, cost optimization, and business continuity.

Responsibilities

Be the key contact between Schneider Electric and strategic suppliers, facilitating bi-directional communication:

• Lead supplier relationships across EMS/CM and metal component categories, including Fasteners, Sheet Metal, Metal Stampings, Machining & Turning, Lugs and Neutral Bars, Copper, Steel, and other Non-Ferrous Materials.
• Facilitate SKU transfers from internal factories to EMS/CM partners and vice versa.
• Act as Procurement Lead for deployment projects, partnering closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Drive supplier development initiatives, productivity improvements, and cost reduction projects across assigned categories.
• Collaborate with Category Managers to identify sourcing opportunities and achieve best-cost solutions for new product launches and ongoing production.
• Communicate supplier strategies, market trends, and material risks to internal stakeholders.
• Identify and implement engineering changes, supplier transitions, and dual-sourcing strategies to improve competitiveness and supply resilience.
• Consolidate business requirements from Schneider Electric entities and define opportunities for supplier growth and strategic partnerships.
• Lead commercial negotiations related to pricing, productivity, service levels, and supplier performance objectives.
• Organize regular business reviews and executive meetings with suppliers to monitor strategic plan deployment and performance.
• Support Supplier Relationship Management activities, including performance reviews, cost updates, risk assessments, and continuous improvement plans.

Qualifications

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Project Management experience in a manufacturing or procurement environment.
• Strong understanding of Contract Manufacturing (EMS/CM) and strategic sourcing practices.
• Experience managing suppliers within one or more of the following categories:
  • Fasteners
  • Sheet Metal
  • Metal Stampings
  • Machined Components / Turning
  • Copper Products
  • Steel Components
  • Electrical Hardware (Lugs, Neutral Bars, Busbars)
  • Non-Ferrous Materials
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement.
• Results-oriented with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Highly motivated and able to work effectively in cross-functional and multicultural environments.

This job might be for you if you fit the following requirements:

• English advanced
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Development, or Category Management.
• Previous experience sourcing metal components, fabricated parts, or electromechanical commodities is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating with suppliers in a complex, fast-paced manufacturing environment.Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders while aligning with global procurement and EMS/CM strategies.
• Proven track record of delivering cost reduction, supplier performance improvements, risk mitigation, and deployment project results.
• Strong analytical skills, including market analysis and supplier cost structure evaluation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results on time.
• Team player who is proactive, accountable, customer-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.

What's in it for me?

• Meaningful work with direct impact on business performance and operational success
• Career development opportunities in a global organization committed to your growth
• Collaborative culture that encourages innovation and values diverse perspectives
• Flexible work arrangements designed to support your professional and personal well-being

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