10 - Manager, Supply Chain Purchasing 2

Req ID: 141746

Remote Position: No

Region: Americas

Country: Mexico

State/Province: Nuevo Leon

City: Monterrey

General Overview

Functional Area: Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Career Stream: Purchasing (SCM_PUR)

Role: Manager 2

Job Title: Manager, Supply Chain Purchasing 2

Job Code: MG2-SCM-PUR

Job Level: Level 10

Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary

Drive the purchasing processes, tools and applications for the site/function. Advance subject matter expertise of purchasing processes, tools and application. Coach and mentor others on their strategic activities. The purchasing Manager is responsible for facilitating, mentoring and coordinating successful planning and inventory projects. This includes ensuring that both the technical and people aspects are taken into account, incorporating change management strategies. Manage resources to effectively help execute the site/function strategy deployment plans.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Supervises weekly MRP outputs based on customer orders.

• Ensures materials are available to meet manufacturing build requirements.

• Addresses and resolves possible material shortages.

• Supervises ongoing communication with suppliers to gather information on materials availability, cost, shipping and delivery methods and timing, problem resolution.

• Works with A/P to investigate and resolve issues with payment of supplier invoices.

• Assists in the resolution of receipt and supplier invoice discrepancies and IHA.

• Works with internal customers to address, return and receive credit for defective materials and RTV.

• Maintains responsibility for performance management, development, recognition, coaching and compensation of employees.

• Reassigns personnel as necessary to optimize work.

• Works with other departments to review and dispose of non-conforming materials.

• Reviews with the team the last time buys for products that are end of life.

• Reviews impact on the supply line of the new engineering requirements excess and obsolete.

• Manages overall relationship with and performance of suppliers.

• Reviews supplier performance and makes recommendations on changes or disqualifications. Communicates internally committed delivery schedule for purchased materials required in production.

• Supervises and maintains communications with suppliers trough SCM Tools

• Escalation point on dispute from kick off flexibility program (SMI) and drive meeting responsibility commodity Flexibility performance report.

• Monitors and drives weekly Purchasing KPI performance trends and execution. Buyer due diligence & escalation with materials are available to meet manufacturing build requirements.

• Addresses and resolves possible material shortages.

• Addresses the supplier’s performance to CM on service & collaborate support to customer business needs

• Responsible for Celestica compliance with internal and external audits in alignment with procedures and policies. Ensures Celestica is compliant with customs and regulatory laws.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Knowledge and understanding of global supply chain management, distribution methods, and global transportation services and inventory management.

• Broad knowledge of an electronic manufacturing environment, materials and processes.

• Good understanding of IT concepts and integrated business applications.

• Knowledge in Operating system ERP, SCM sub application related to suppliers collaboration & communication beside Reports & analysis application basics.

• Manages overall relationship with internal Ops with high level of collaboration and team performance.

• Excellent analytical, negotiation and problem resolution skills.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

• Significant skills required in multi-tasking and time management.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers.

• Ability to effectively lead, manage, train and motivate a diverse group of employees.

• Ability Provides direct and indirect supervision of employees in a division/department OR provides advice on policy issues and consults with others in area of expertise.

• Communication in English (speaking and writing); Communication skills & Collaboration & lead project skills

• Knowledge of purchasing processes and procedures, market insights for assigned commodities. Other processes within centralizing Procurement and site operations

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.

• Duties of this position require continuous light physical effort and exertion including prolonged repetitive motion, standing, sitting in a confined work space,

• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Typical Experience

• 7 - 10 years of relevant experience.

Typical Education

• Bachelor’s degree in any fields with SCM experiences, Business, Materials Management, APICS CPIM/CSCP/CLTD certifications, Engineering or related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Educational requirements may vary by geography.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.