POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimize end-to-end supply chain operations at our Matehuala manufacturing facility. This role is critical in ensuring material availability, driving operational efficiency, and supporting the plant's growth within a high-mix, low-to-medium volume production environment.
The Supply Chain Manager will report directly to the Plant Manager and lead a cross-functional team responsible for planning, purchasing, inventory control, and materials management.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Supply Chain Leadership
- Lead all site-level supply chain functions, including: - Purchasing (execution, not strategic sourcing) - Material planning - Inventory control - Production scheduling - Oversee and develop a team of four direct reports: - Planning Manager - Purchasing Manager - Inventory Control Manager - Materials Manager
Operational Execution
- Ensure on-time delivery to customers through effective planning and coordination. - Manage factory scheduling and capacity planning aligned with production demands. - Drive inventory optimization, including reduction initiatives and accuracy improvements. - Implement and maintain robust material flow strategies across SMT, molding, stamping, and final assembly operations.
Process Improvement & Lean Initiatives
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles. - Implement and sustain pull systems and Kanban methodologies. - Drive adoption of Demand-Driven MRP (DDMRP)
where applicable. - Upgrade team capabilities through training, standardization, and process improvements.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Supplier & Stakeholder Management
- Manage supplier performance at the plant level (delivery, quality, cost). - Collaborate with integral procurement teams (who own sourcing contracts). - Partner cross-functionally with operations, quality, and engineering teams.
Performance Management (KPIs)
- On-time delivery performance - Inventory reduction and turns - Inventory accuracy - Material cost savings
Executive Communication
- Prepare and deliver regular executive presentations. - Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to leadership.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. - Experience of 10-15+ years in Supply Chain Management (preferably Automotive or Electronics sector). - Proven leadership experience in manufacturing environments - Professional English proficiency - Strong presentation and communication skills
Preferred
- Experience in high-mix, low-to-medium volume manufacturing - Proven Lean Initiative experience
If you meet the criteria described above and would like to learn more, please contact Laura Gonzalez at
[email protected] Please attach your current resume and include " Supply Chain Manager-Matehuala " in the subject line of your email.
📌 Supply Chain Manager (Matehuala)
🏢 The Qualifind Group
📍 Matehuala