Supply Chain & Operations Manager (Guadalajara)

Supply Chain & Operations Manager - Agroindustry - GDL Guadalajara - Full time - Salary: 45K - 50K MXN gross (36K - 40K MXN after taxes)

Company

Our client is an international industrial company specialized in the design, manufacturing, and commercialization of industrial equipment for the food industry. The company operates globally and serves customers throughout Mexico and Latin America from its Guadalajara operation.

Overview

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Supply Chain & Operations Manager will play a key role in coordinating supply chain activities and managing local operations. The successful candidate will oversee procurement, inventory management, import/export logistics, production planning, and supervision of a small assembly team, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Supply Chain & Logistics: Manage procurement activities and supplier relationships; coordinate imports, exports, and transportation activities; monitor inventory levels and optimize stock management; ensure accurate order management and fulfillment; coordinate supply chain activities with international teams; follow up on customer orders from purchase order to delivery.
• Operations & Production: Supervise a team of 3 assembly technicians; coordinate production planning and workload allocation; ensure delivery deadlines, quality standards, and productivity targets are achieved; ensure workplace organization and safety compliance.
• Purchasing: Negotiate with local suppliers; manage local purchasing activities; monitor supplier performance, costs, and service levels; ensure proper use of ERP tools and data accuracy; develop reporting tools and performance indicators; support management in operational decision‑making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Logistics or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Operations or Industrial Management.
• Experience within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, logistics and inventory management.
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP is a strong plus).
• Good understanding of import/export operations and Incoterms.
• Fluent Spanish and professional English required.
• French is a plus.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.

Benefits

• Strategic position within an international industrial company.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership.
• Opportunity to have a tangible impact on business performance.