Descripción y detalle de las actividades The Materials Manager will drive rapid scale\-up of **material planning, procurement, warehousing, and invoicing operations** to support high\-volume production and aggressive growth targets. This role demands a strategic leader who can accelerate supplier readiness, optimize inventory, and ensure flawless material availability during a fast paced ramp\-up. Reporting to the Operations Manager – Mexicali, the Materials Manager will be a key enabler of operational agility and cost competitiveness. **Key Responsibilities:** * Lead material planning for accelerated production ramp\-up, ensuring zero shortages and minimal excess inventory. * Develop agile procurement strategies to secure critical components under tight timelines. * Build risk mitigation plans for supply disruptions and implement dual\-sourcing strategies. * Drive cost\-reduction initiatives while maintaining speed and quality. * Implement advanced inventory control systems and vendor\-managed inventory (VMI) programs to reduce working capital. * Establish rapid response supplier communication protocols for urgent requirements. * Collaborate closely with Production, Sales, and Global Operations to align material flow with aggressive build schedules. * Negotiate shorter lead times and flexible capacity commitments with suppliers. * Monitor KPIs for inventory turns, supplier OTD, and material availability, and act swiftly on deviations. * Lead a high\-performance team of buyers and planners, fostering a culture of urgency, accountability, and continuous improvement. Experiencia y requisitos **Qualifications \& Experience:** * Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field. * Minimum 5 years in materials management or supply chain leadership, with proven success in high growth or ramp\-up environments. * Expertise in ERP systems and advanced planning tools. * Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage suppliers under aggressive timelines. * English proficiency * Demonstrated ability to lead teams under pressure and deliver results at speed. Beneficios * Beneficios de acuerdo a la LFT * Fondo de ahorro * Seguro de gastos médicos * Caja de ahorro * Servicios medicos en planta **Número de vacantes** 1 **Área** Materiales **Contrato** Permanente **Modalidad** Presencial **Turno** Mixto **Jornada** Tiempo Completo **Estudios** Carrera con título profesional **Inglés** Hablado: Avanzado, Escrito: Avanzado **Disponibilidad p. viajar** No