*work mode*:onsite
*opportunity*:
supervise and determine appropriate inventory levels of raw materials supplied by external suppliers or kohler plant subsidiaries, as well as coordinate the supply of non-productive materials or indirect materials, spare parts and services, in accordance with the policies of the kohler global procurement manual.
*specific responsabilities*:
- coordinate activities related to the annual raw material inventory and cycle counts to minimize variations between physical and system inventories, as well as reduce the possibility of material shortages.
- define methods and routes to obtain more efficient ways to dispose of materials in order to optimize costs, transit times, lot sizes, etc.
- coordinate a weekly follow-up meeting to update material scope based on customer needs, changes in the production schedule, or mps updates to ensure appropriate inventory levels.
- seek cost-saving opportunities, whether through alternative new developments, transportation methods, reduction in inventory levels, etc., in order to generate financial gain for the finished product.
- ensure follow-up on all requirements from the different areas in the plant, including services and indirect materials.
- supervise or negotiate commercial agreements.
- drive continuous improvement in the quality of products or services contracted.
*education*:
bachelor's degree completed in administrative areas, logistics, materials engineering, or related field.
*experience*:
5 years as supervisor of purchasing direct and indirect materials, raw materials, inventories, and/or supply chain.
*languages*:
spanish - english fluent.
*software proficiency*:
microsoft office, sap
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