We’re hiring: Purchasing Supervisor (Head of Purchasing)

Apodaca / Monterrey Area, Reciente León | On-site

International metal-mechanical manufacturing company is looking for a Senior Purchasing Supervisor with strong experience in steel procurement and direct purchasing for manufacturing operations.

This position is focused 100% on direct purchasing activities related to production and plant operations, including:

- Steel and raw material procurement
- Welding supplies and consumables
- PPE and operational materials
- Maintenance and machine operation materials
- Manufacturing support supplies

We are looking for a hands‑on and results‑driven professional responsible for executing purchasing strategies, supplier negotiations, cost optimization, and ensuring material availability for production continuity.

Main responsibilities:

- Execute purchasing strategies for direct materials and production supplies
- Coordinate with engineering, production, planning, and quality teams




- Lead supplier negotiations, RFQs, pricing, lead times, and incoterms
- Monitor purchase orders, delays, and discrepancies
- Identify cost‑saving opportunities and supplier development initiatives
- Ensure optimal inventory levels and operational continuity
- Generate purchasing KPIs and reports
- Supervise purchasing team activities

Requirements:

- Experience in metal‑mechanical or manufacturing industry
- Strong experience purchasing steel and direct materials
- SAP or ERP knowledge
- Supplier negotiation experience
- Intermediate to advanced English
- Availability to travel

We offer:

- Competitive benefits package above legal requirements
- Grocery vouchers (10%)
- Savings fund (13%)
- 30-day Christmas bonus
- Life insurance
- Subsidized cafeteria
- Monday to Friday work schedule

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📌 Purchasing Supervisor - Steel and raw material procurement (Monterrey)
🏢 HQ Platinum
📍 Monterrey