Strategic Buyer & Inventory Planner

Loxo; Apodaca; Hybrid; MXN 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentive

Full benefits package

Job summary

Essentra in Apodaca, Mexico, seeks a highly motivated Buyer to manage inbound materials and supplier performance to support production and customer demand. This role drives optimal inventory levels and collaborates with Quality, Customer Service, Product Development, Planning, and Sourcing to maintain a reliable supply chain.

You will coordinate replenishment, negotiate lead times, and maintain ERP data while supporting OTIF targets and NPI material availability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Purchasing, Inventory or Supply Chain.
• Experience with ERP systems (BPCS preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Advanced English required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate inventory replenishment to improve inbound OTIF.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements.
• Expedite purchase orders to ensure material availability.
• Negotiate lead times and MOQs with suppliers.
• Maintain data accuracy in ERP systems (lead times, pricing, supplier parameters).
• Collaborate with Quality, Sourcing, Customer Service, and Product Development to resolve issues.
• Support NPI by ensuring timely material availability.
• Review forecasts and inventory parameters with planning teams.
• Work with Sales and Customer Service to improve forecast accuracy.

Skills

Purchasing

Inventory management

Logistics

Import/Export

Supply chain

ERP experience

BPCS ERP

Excel skills

MRP concepts

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Multi-priority management

Ethical standards

Governance awareness

Advanced English

Tools

BPCS ERP

Job description

Essentra in Apodaca, Mexico, seeks a highly motivated Buyer to manage inbound materials and supplier performance to support production and customer demand. This role drives optimal inventory levels and collaborates with Quality, Customer Service, Product Development, Planning, and Sourcing to maintain a reliable supply chain.

You will coordinate replenishment, negotiate lead times, and maintain ERP data while supporting OTIF targets and NPI material availability in a fast-paced environment.