Flextronics

Buyer Direct

Mexico, Guadalajara Full time

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. 

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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we are looking to add a Direct Buyer located in Guadalajara, South Campus.

Reporting to the Materials Manager, the Direct Buyer position involves being responsible for coordinating activities related to the acquisition of direct materials, components, and equipment.

A typical day looks like:

  • Reviews requisitions and MRP output.
  • Communicates with suppliers to obtain information about products or services, such as pricing, availability, and delivery lead times.
  • Determines the procurement method, such as direct purchase.
  • Places orders, reschedules, and cancels material based on requests and planning results.
  • Manages supplier compliance with price, delivery, and quality expectations and escalates when necessary.
  • Approves invoices for payment.
  • Expedites the delivery of goods to users.
  • Analyzes inventory levels. Prepares accountability reports for excess and obsolete inventory.
  • Interacts with suppliers to ensure both delivery and the best market price.
  • Makes tactical purchasing decisions. Executes corporate sourcing programs and purchasing of high‑value parts.
  • Conducts quarterly supplier reviews.
  • Maintains purchasing records, reports, and metrics.
  • Follows up from purchase order placement through payment to the supplier and receipt of material in the system.
  • Coordinates with the warehouse to resolve any receiving issues.
  • Supplier contact.

The experience we are looking to add to our team includes:

  • Engineering degree or Bachelor’s degree completed.
  • Experience in electronic manufacturing (desirable).
  • Advanced English.
  • Experience in purchasing.
  • Experience as a Buyer or in similar positions.
  • Previous experience working with MRP systems.
  • Intermediate / advanced Excel.

What you will receive for the great work you do:

  • Competitive salary.
  • Medical and life insurance.
  • Christmas bonus.
  • Meal vouchers.
  • Savings fund.

YG20

Job Category

Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Required Skills:

Optional Skills:

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