Buyer

Location: Beit HaEmek (north district) *we work from office*

Scope: Full time

Reporting to: Supply Chain Manager

Responsibilities:

• Manage Raw Material from NPI to Mass Production:

*Oversee the procurement of raw materials from the New Product Introduction (NPI) phase to mass production.

*Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align material requirements with production.

• Sourcing New Vendors and Identifying Cost Reduction Opportunities:

*Actively seek and evaluate new vendors to expand the supplier base in Mexico & USA

*Identify and implement strategies to reduce material costs while maintaining quality standards.

• Material Ordering, Postponing, and Rescheduling to meet production needs.
• Subcontractor Management:

*Manage and develop turnkey supplier located in Mexico to meet production demands.

*Ensure subcontractors adhere to quality, cost, and delivery requirements.

• Day-to-Day Vendor Management:

*Monitor and manage day-to-day relationships with vendors.

*Address and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and performance.

• Cross-Functional Management and Collaboration:

*Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Planning teams to align procurement activities with project timelines.

*Ensure effective communication and coordination across different departments.

• Reports Analysis, Drawings Reading, Mechanical and Electrical Knowledge:

*Analyse reports related to procurement, cost, and supplier performance.

*Possess the ability to read technical drawings and demonstrate knowledge of both mechanical and electrical components.

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in procurement, preferred in a production company.
• Proven experience working with manufacturers in global regions.
• Fluent English.
• Mechanical and electronic knowledge
• Reading Drawings knowledge.
• Negotiation expertise
• Work under short deadlines
• Advanced Excel skills
• Mexico procurement experience – an advantage.