Jefe de Compras Umán
Core
Lead procurement operations for direct and indirect materials, negotiating with suppliers and managing costs to ensure timely supply for production.
Role type
Senior Procurement Manager
Builds
Supply chain for food, pharmaceutical, or maquila sectors
Domain
Manufacturing / Food & Beverage / Pharmaceutical
Required skills
Strategic negotiation, cost management, supplier evaluation, team supervision, contract management, continuous improvement, analytical thinking, problem-solving
Preferred skills
Experience in food/pharmaceutical/maquila industries, intermediate English
Technologies
ERP systems, procurement software
Responsibilities
Negotiate commercial contracts for direct production inputs, supervise the buying team, evaluate and develop supplier catalogs, identify cost-saving opportunities, control indirect spending, approve new raw materials and alternate suppliers, monitor supply needs, handle urgent production requirements, resolve supplier conflicts.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
