Descripción

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a team of Factory Buyers

• Ensure process efficiency and process compliance

• Achieve security of supply, competitive pricing, and strong communication with Production Planning and Customer Success teams using SAP

• Improve process efficiency through digitalization and automation tools in SAP, and enhance overall team performance

• Implement programs that improve purchasing strategies

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performance monitoring and guidance to drive continuous improvement for each team member

• Team development and task assignment based on individual skills and competencies

• Monitor security of supply and define effective actions to mitigate deviations from targets

• Analyze, select, and define improvement actions related to security of supply, cost, inventory, and team performance

• Review factory demand over a defined period and consolidate requirements into purchase orders with preferred suppliers

• Place purchase orders and ensure security of supply while maintaining the lowest possible inventory levels

• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers, continuously driving improvement and consistently strong performance (competitive costs, on-time delivery, and zero quality defects)

• Maintain and update supplier information and documentation

• Clarify and resolve component discrepancies and errors in the bill of materials (BOM)

• Coordinate delivery or invoice discrepancies with Receiving and Accounts Payable departments

• Expedite overdue purchase orders with suppliers and keep Production Planning and Customer Success teams informed of status updates through SAP comments

• Prepare and submit requests for quotation (RFQs) to suppliers to obtain the best pricing and delivery conditions

• Update component information in the MRP system, including pricing, discounts, minimums/multiples, and lead times (fully integrated with SAP)

• Manage the supplier classification system

• Clean and organize the work area as required

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Maintain material traceability as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field

• More than 5 years of experience in purchasing within an electronics manufacturing environment

• Understanding of the electronic product distribution structure and knowledge of key market players

• In-depth knowledge of production aspects related to electronic, mechanical, and precision electromechanical assemblies and subassemblies

• Strong knowledge of inventory control, inventory turnover, and available supply chain programs that can improve material positioning in a production environment

• Strong monitoring skills and overall performance awareness, with attention to detail to understand impact factors for individual buyer improvement

• Understanding of different component distribution channels

• Solid understanding of MRP concepts and best practices

• Strong negotiation skills

• Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written

• US Valid Visa