Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.
**Job Summary**:
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a **Buyer Direct** located in **Flex Guadalajara North.
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Reporting to the Purchasing Manager Direct, this role will be responsible for ensuring material availability for production through effective execution of MRP signals, supplier management, and continuous follow-up on deliveries, inventory, and demand changes.
**What a typical day looks like**:
- Execute purchasing activities based on MRP outputs, including placing, expediting, rescheduling, or canceling orders to support production requirements.
- Maintain close communication with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, correct pricing, and material availability.
- Monitor material status and proactively manage shortages, minimizing production impact.
- Track shipments and coordinate with freight forwarders and warehouses to ensure timely material flow.
- Review and manage inventory levels, avoiding excess and reducing risk of obsolescence.
- Analyze shortage reports and open purchase orders to align supply with changing production plans.
- Manage supplier performance related to delivery, quality, and responsiveness, escalating when required.




- Resolve discrepancies in inventory and coordinate with warehouse teams to ensure system accuracy.
- Support claims management, including debit/credit notes and invoice approvals.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and KPIs related to cost, delivery, and inventory.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (planning, warehouse, production) to ensure alignment and continuity of supply.
**The experience we're looking to add to our team**:
- Bachelor's degree completed.
- Experience in purchasing, supply chain, or materials planning within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of MRP, inventory control, and supply-demand alignment.
- Experience managing suppliers and driving delivery performance.
- Experience working with reports, metrics, and KPI tracking.Advanced English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required).
- Experience with ERP systems (BAAN or similar is a plus).
- Strong analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills.
- Proactive and results-oriented mindset.
**What you'll receive for the great work you provide**:
- Saving Fund
- Christmas bonus
- Holiday bonus
- Medical Insurance
- Life Insurance
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**Job Category**: General Procurement & Supply Chain
**Required Skills**:
Optional Skills:

📌 Buyer Direct (Guadalajara)
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📍 Guadalajara