- Lead strategic purchasing initiatives for new product launches
- Drive supplier development and cross-functional project execution

About Our Client Industrial Manufacturing Company We are currently looking for a Purchasing Manager who will lead purchasing activities supporting new product introductions, industrialization, and strategic manufacturing projects.This role offers the opportunity to work in a general environment, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure supplier readiness, cost competitiveness, and successful project execution.Key Responsibilities

- Lead and develop the purchasing team, driving accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee purchasing and sourcing activities throughout the new product introduction and industrialization lifecycle.
- Partner with Engineering, Operations, Program Management, and global procurement teams to ensure material availability and supplier readiness for new projects.
- Support RFQs, material cost analysis, BOM reviews, sourcing decisions, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Drive supplier selection, development, qualification, and risk mitigation to support project timelines and manufacturing requirements.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen the supplier base, improve supply chain performance, and accelerate project execution.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers in an international, cross-functional environment.





The Successful Applicant A Successful Purchasing Manager Should Have

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in Purchasing, including Sourcing, Procurement, Strategic Purchasing, or related functions.
- At least 5 years of managerial experience, leading teams and purchasing-related activities.
- Experience in EMS, SMT, PCB/PCBA, or comparable electronics manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated experience supporting or managing projects, particularly related to NPI, industrialization, supplier qualification, or new product launches.
- Strong understanding of electronic components, manufacturing supply chains, supplier management, and cost analysis.
- Proven negotiation, stakeholder management, problem-solving, and execution skills.
- Fluent English and experience working in an international business environment.

Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable

- Experience in Project Purchasing, NPI Purchasing, Project Sourcing, or similar functions.
- Experience developing and qualifying suppliers, ideally within the Mexican manufacturing supply chain.
- Familiarity with RFQ processes, BOM costing, target costing, and supplier risk management.

What's On Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive compensation package Contact: Laura Sánchez Quote job ref: JN-092026-7111820

📌 Procurement Manager (Sonora)
🏢 Michael Page
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