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If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.\nJob Summary\n\nTo support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Materials Director located in Juarez, North Site.\nReporting to the General Manager the Materials Director´s will be responsible of working closely with the management teams within the Materials segment, in charge of directing and guiding the implementation of strategies and tactical execution for efficient and cost-effective materials flow to deliver the maximum advantage to the business (segment) and customers. Also this role involves:\nWhat a typical day looks like:\nGuide and direct sourcing teams in identifying, communicating and implementing sourcing strategies and supply chain management best practice.\nPlan and implement activities related to the timely and cost-effective procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of production materials.\nWork closely with sub-ordinates to ensure global strategies and policies are effectively developed, communicated and implemented driving best practices.\nDevelop, implement and maintain policies, procedures, material control systems and metrics to reduce costs, streamline procedures and implement solutions.\nEstablish successful relationships with suppliers on a country, regional or global basis to ensure the availability of materials in the supply chain as scheduled and the maintenance of inventory at minimum acceptable levels.\nWork with the Global Commodity management and strategic supply chain management teams on sourcing strategies including supplier selection, risk research and capacity management.\nCoordinate with Finance on matters involving inventory carrying costs and review and plan requirements for acceptable inventory.\nSelects, develops and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.\nRegularly interact with executives and major clients which may result in influencing and/or persuading customer negotiations.\nImplement appropriate HR strategies and actions to recruit and retain a qualified and motivated workforce.\nThe experience we’re looking to add to our team:\nAdvanced english\nTypically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience\nProficient experience in materials management.\nLean Supply Chain training desired.\nKnowledge of the MS Office (Proficiency Excel, Power point)\nStrong communications skills\nLeadership previous experience\nWhat you’ll receive for the great work you provide:\nPantry vouchers\nSaving Fund\nChristmas bonus\nHoliday bonus\nMedical Insurance\nLife Insurance\nCP68\nJob Category\nGlobal Procurement & Supply ChainRequired Skills:\nOptional Skills:\nFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email  and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. 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