Overview
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we are looking to add a commodity analyst indirect – automation located in guadalajara, north campus. Reporting to the global commodity management director, this role supports the development, implementation, and management of regional strategies and sourcing activities to provide flex segments and business groups with optimal supply assurance, pricing, quality, and delivery performance. The commodity analyst indirect – automation will communicate and implement strategies, contracts, and pricing to the americas region with a focus on maintaining good supplier relationships and minimizing costs to maximize value for the company and its customers.
what a typical day looks like:
* execute procurement sourcing strategies.
* participate in daily procurement activities and solve issues effectively.
* support supplier selection, supplier performance management, and supply base optimization programs.
* drive cost reduction/improvement negotiations using a total cost of ownership approach.
* ensure contracted commercial terms with approved suppliers are valid and up to date.
* sustain long-term strategic relationships with core suppliers and engage flex sites and business units to meet automation integrations and components costs and performance goals and ensure smooth operations.
* monitor current commodity market conditions, technology roadmaps, and identify supply/demand challenges.
* provide escalation for commodity issues as appropriate.
* review supplier contracts, outlining requirements and considerations.
* maintain policies, procedures, and material control systems to optimize supply chain operations, adhering to compliance standards.
* recognize products, manufacturing processes, technologies, and techniques.
* track and document sow changes with suppliers and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
the experience we’re looking to add to our team:
* ba/bs or equivalent work experience: 5-7 years required.
* engineering with commercial background experience required.
* strong knowledge in manufacturing/processes, preferably for the electronics/plastics/metals industry.
* manufacturing and customer-facing experience.
* contract negotiation experience.
* advanced english.
* leadership, problem solving, and detail-oriented mindset.
* ability to interface and communicate with different levels of the organization.
* teamwork and collaboration skills.
* office skills (advanced excel & ppt).
* automation/process engineering background is a plus.
what you’ll receive for the great work you provide:
* competitive salary.
* life & medical insurance.
* christmas bonus.
* food coupons.
* saving fund.
flex is an equal opportunity employer and employment 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 provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accessibility assistance, please email accessibility@flex.com (note: this email does not accept resumes). To be considered for a position at flex, you must complete the application process first.
seniority level
* not applicable
employment type
* full-time
job function
* supply chain
industries
* appliances, electrical, and electronics manufacturing
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