Job Overview

Responsible for the management of the materials requisitions, PO’s and Schedule agreements releases
and scheduling, as they relate to order fulfilment and inventory management. Candidate must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment of buying and planning, including the management of inventory levels in order to achieve Business Unit cash-flow expectations.

Responsibilities & 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 cover
requirements 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 pending
approvals, 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 performance
of the business.
-Track Shipments from supplier thru receiving, coordinating with logistics, customs, cross-dock, GLOG warehouse and
receiving 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 cost
avoidance/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. Or
  Equivalent. 
• 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 16949 and ISO 14001.
-Knowledge of Safety and Environment Regulations and the environmental management system that apply to the company

• US Visa is a must.

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Travel: 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