Responsible for the management of the materials requisitions, po's and schedule agreements releasesresponsibilities & authority:- strong understanding of erp system (sap) in modules such as: purchasing, pp, wm, etc.- review and release material purchase orders (raw material, semi-finished and/or manufactured parts) to coverrequirements and support customer demand, maintaining inventory levels within target.
- review and execute exception codes (messages) in system (example: 10, 15 and 20) for planned purchase orders or pendingapprovals, since they indicate a situation (purchase orders placement, changes and/or cancellations) that need an action to prevent inventory excess, material shortages, etc.- follow the appropriate escalation process to communicate on time any situation that could put in risk the normal performanceof the business.
- track shipments from supplier thru receiving, coordinating with logistics, customs, cross-dock, glog warehouse andreceiving inspection to ensure on-time delivery.
- monthly review of materials excess and obsolescence and follow procedure for proper disposition.
- analysis of safety stock levels to meet the changing sales trends / customer demand changes.
- identify areas of improvement and implement preventive and corrective actions in the supply chain area.
- work closely with purchasing team to improve supplier's performance.
- review and maintain related parameters for part numbers assigned.
- more activities can be assigned by supervisor or manager as they are required to comply with the job role.
- aid vsm and materials manager in achievement of performance targets, including delivery (str), inventory value, and costavoidance/cost reduction.
- serve as cross functional liaison to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction.
- negotiate with subcontractors' suppliers*job requirements*- education: bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, supply chain or related engineering discipline.orequivalent.
- professional experience: 4+ years of experience.experience working in automotive plants*specific qualification, knowledge and skills*:- understanding of lean concepts (standard work, visual management, kanban, 5s, etc.) through pdca.
- fluent in english, both written and spoken.
- expertise in computer skills (sap r/3, ms excel, power point, and word).
- advanced knowledge of sap- strong analytical and organization skills.
- basic knowledge of te manufacturing process- internal training in soft skills- trained in apics cpim modules is a plus- negotiation skills with suppliers- knowledge applicable to the position in iatf * and iso *.
- *us visa is a must.
*li-onsitetravel: 10%-25%location: hermosillo, sonora.
*what your background should look like*generally requires bachelors degree in appropriate field with a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional level experience; masters degree or higher or local equivalent may be preferred at this level*competencies*values: integrity, accountability, inclusion, innovation, teamwork*job locations*:hermosillo sonora, *mexico*posting city*:hermosillo sonora*job country*:mexico*travel required*:10% to 25%*requisition id*:*workplace type*:onsite*external careers page*:procurement