Buyer

Manufacturing Company in Apodaca is looking for a BUYER

Monthly Base Salary = $38,000 - 40,000 MXN (Less applicable taxes).

Benefits above the law (Seguro de Gastos Médicos Mayores, Vida, Vales etc)

The Buyer is responsible for the day-to-day execution of purchasing activities for plastic injection commodities (domestic) and international suppliers (primarily Europe, and Asia). This role focuses on operational purchasing tasks including purchase order placement, supplier follow-up, KPI tracking, and system recommendations review within a manufacturing plant environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Commodity & Supplier Management

• Manage plastic injection commodities from domestic suppliers
• Coordinate purchasing activities with international suppliers (Europe, Asia)
• Monitor and develop supplier relationships as needed

2. Purchase Order Management

• Timely placement of purchase orders based on system recommendations and demand
• Follow up on open orders to ensure on-time delivery
• Review and act on system-generated purchasing recommendations (MRP/ERP)

3. KPI Tracking & Reporting

• Monitor and report key purchasing KPIs: past due orders, inventory levels, spend, and supplier on-time delivery
• Identify deviations and escalate as needed

4. System & Process Execution

• Operate within SAP ERP for all purchasing transactions
• Apply MRP logic for demand planning and order execution
• Ensure data accuracy and compliance within the system

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain roles
• Background in manufacturing industry (plant experience required)

Technical Skills

• Proficient in ERP (purchasing/procurement modules)
• Solid understanding of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) logic
• Knowledge of purchasing KPIs: past due, inventory levels, spend, OTD
• Familiarity with plastic injection, stamping, and metal parts manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of aluminum mold components is a plus

Languages & Documentation

• English: Advanced (required) — for communication with international suppliers
• Valid visa (required for international travel / supplier visits)

Nice to Have

• Supplier development experience
• Broader supply chain knowledge (logistics, planning, sourcing)

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and follow-through in a fast-paced plant environment
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers and commodities simultaneously
• Data-driven mindset with comfort working with KPIs and dashboards
• Proactive communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Team player with a hands-on, operational approach