Overview
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supply chain director - mexico
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goseco international executive search has been selected to conduct a search for a supply chain director - mexico, for an international and fast-growing company in expansion mode, that exceeds high-quality industry standards and a dedication to total customer satisfaction.
company overview
our client is a u.s.-based design and manufacturing company specializing in innovative, sustainable, and high-quality solutions. With the recent opening of a state-of-the-art facility in mexicali, the company combines design, engineering, and precision manufacturing to exceed industry standards. This role will be key to ensuring operational excellence and scalable growth in mexico.
position summary
the supply chain director will serve as the single owner of the end-to-end supply chain in mexico — planning, sourcing, manufacturing, and delivering. This leader must ensure on-time delivery, at the best total cost, while guaranteeing compliance with immex, trade, and fiscal regulations. The role requires a hybrid profile: an operator who can solve daily challenges and a builder who institutionalizes long-term processes and systems.
key responsibilities
* lead all supply chain functions: planning, procurement, sourcing, inventory management, warehousing, logistics, fiscal & customs compliance.
* manage the flow of raw materials and finished goods aligned with demand and production programs.
* implement and optimize erp/mrp and plm systems (e.g., sap, oracle, netsuite, arena, agile).
* negotiate with suppliers on cost, terms, dual sourcing, vmi/consignment, and performance scorecards.
* ensure full compliance with immex, sat, and u.s./mexico regulatory requirements.
* drive cost-reduction initiatives, working capital optimization, and inventory improvements.
* establish and monitor kpis: otif, inventory turns, supplier performance, cost savings.
* recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team of ~25 professionals.
* build a strong s&op process and standardize best practices across the organization.
qualifications & experience
* bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or supply chain (mba preferred).
* 5+ years of supply chain leadership, ideally in immex manufacturing environments.
* proven track record in erp/mrp and plm implementations.
* strong knowledge of mrpii, jit, kanban, and dft.
* expertise in international trade, customs, and compliance.
* advanced negotiation and vendor development skills.
* experience managing cross-functional teams in complex, growing organizations.
* fully bilingual english/spanish.
* strong problem-solving (rcca, 8d, lean), analytical thinking, and stakeholder influence skills.
* high-visibility role directly impacting profitability and expansion.
* excellent career progression opportunities within the organization.
the position offers the chance to work closely with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to high-impact projects, and develop expertise within a dynamic and reputable company.
supply chain operations context
additional roles and context appear within the document, including:
* supply chain lead
* supply chain manager
* sr. Manager, supply chain
* supply chain director - mexico (duplicate context)
these sections reiterate responsibilities such as planning, procurement, inventory, scheduling, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration, along with requirements and optional qualifications. Where duplicate or conflicting details exist, the consolidated director section above serves as the primary reference for responsibilities and qualifications.
other roles extracted
* supply chain lead / lead: manages flow, coordinates resources, ensures raw material supply, maintains relationships, oversees purchasing, inventory and production control, raw material and finished goods warehousing, and traffic operations, including customs documentation and compliance with local authorities.
* supply chain manager: oversees supply chain operations, planning, logistics, and supplier coordination; includes regional requirements and capabilities; provides general responsibilities and qualifications similar to those listed for the director but at a different scope.
* planning & logistics specialist: coordinates logistics with external customers, monitors shipping, and ensures regulatory compliance; requires 1-3 years of experience and related education.
* sr. Manager, supply chain: focuses on short, mid, and long-range supply and capacity planning, s&op processes, capacity modeling, and cross-functional leadership; includes advanced qualifications and experience expectations.
note: some sections include non-english content and role descriptions for which an aligned, localized job posting would be recommended to avoid confusion.
position details and requirements (summarized)
* education: bachelor’s in business/engineering/supply chain; mba preferred for director level; master’s preferred for some roles.
* experience: 5+ years for leadership roles; 10+ years for senior/managerial planning roles; experience in immex or similar regulatory environments is a plus.
* skills: erp/mrp/plm, jit/kanban/dft, international trade and compliance, s&op/marshalling, supplier development, negotiation, analytics, bilingual (english/spanish).
* travel: some roles require up to 20% travel.
* language: english and spanish proficiency required.
note on language: the document contains a mix of english and spanish text and some duplications. A single, clean posting should be prepared for each region or role to avoid ambiguity.
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