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Purchasing Direct Supervisor

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Flex

Purchasing Direct Supervisor

Guadalajara, Mexico

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To support our extraordinary teams that build great products and contribute to our growth, we are looking for a Production Supervisor located in Guadalajara, North Campus.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager Direct, Responsible for overseeing activities related to the procurement of direct materials, parts, components, and equipment. Directs and coordinates the activities of procurement personnel in accordance with delivery requirements and quality specifications.

What a day at work is like:
  • Review of shorts for CTB (Clear to Build).
  • Follow up of POs.
  • Performs weekly shorts report.
  • Prepares instructions regarding purchasing systems and procedures.
  • Establishes goals and objectives for the purchasing department.
  • Develops policies and procedures for the operation of purchasing activities.
  • Manage and lead a team of buyers and shippers to meet purchasing and supplier management objectives.
  • Interact with purchasing groups to update and maintain company purchasing strategies.
  • Implement processes with suppliers to improve on-time delivery and purchase price variation.
  • Oversee team in supply chain management to achieve continuous and timely supply of parts and services.
  • Prepares, approves and issues purchase orders and change notices through subordinates.
  • Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
  • Monitors on-time deliveries from suppliers, stock rotation, MRP execution, purchase price variation, lead time reduction, supplier performance and cost analysis.
  • Acts as first point of contact with suppliers and communicates all unresolved issues to the Purchasing Manager.
Experience we are looking to add to our team:
  • Completed Engineering or bachelor's degree.
  • Advanced English
  • With experience in the electronics industry
  • Advanced Excel.
  • BaaN knowledge
  • Knowledge in Agile would be a plus.
  • Experience in personnel management.
What you will receive for the great work you do:
  • Competitive Salary.
  • Medical and life insurance.
  • Christmas bonus.
  • Food vouchers.
  • Savings Fund.
YG20

Job Category
Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Required Skills:

Optional Skills:

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Client-provided location(s): Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Job ID: Flex-WD191255
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led