Sr Buyer

What you’ll do: 
 Essential Functions: 1    Execute purchase orders for direct and indirect materials according to MRP requirements or internal requests. 2    Ensure timely supply to avoid production downtime or material shortages. 3    Review and validate requisitions to ensure accuracy in quantities, specifications, and dates 4    Source, evaluate, and select new suppliers that meet quality, service, and cost standards 5    Monitor supplier performance (OTD, quality, responsiveness) 6    Conduct cost analysis and secure savings aligned with company objectives 7    Analyze consumption, inventory levels, and forecasts to anticipate purchasing needs 8    Identify supply chain risks and propose preventive actions 9    Maintain updated master data (lead time, MOQ, pricing) 10    Collaborate with production, logistics, engineering, and quality to resolve material related issues or deviations. 11    Follow up on urgent orders (expedites) and communicate status to involved departments 12    Propose initiatives for cost reduction, inventory optimization, and supply chain efficiency Participate in cross-functional projects related to new products, suppliers, or process. Provide necessary support EHS policies are respected in all of its contents. Qualifications: 
 Preferred education level:             Bachelor Degree, APICS preferred Years and area of experience required:      Minimum of 2 year experience in similar position. Strong knowledge in Power BI Technical knowledge:             Problem Solving Tools (A3, PDCA, 5WHY's, etc.) ERP/MRP System (SAP preferable), Fully binlingual (English/Spanish) Skills: 
 Soft skills:                     Problem Solving, teamwork, customer service oriented, sense of urgency and collaboration, team work oriented.