Purchasing Lead

hace 1 mes

nuevo león, México FLSmidth A tiempo completo

Do you want to make a difference in the world and contribute to a sustainable future?

We believe we can develop the technology and gain the know-how to make that difference, tackling the climate challenge.

It’s a big responsibility, and we have committed to do it. We have launched our ambition, MissionZero – enabling our customers to move towards zero emissions in mining and cement.

We need your skills, curiosity and drive for change to fulfil our goal.

Together, we enable our customers to produce the materials needed for a better future.

FLSMIDTH IS LOOKING FOR A PURCHASING SPECIALIST IN ITS PURCHASING TEAM IN MONTERREY, MEXICO. (must be located in Monterrey Mexico for consideration).

Job scope:

The Team Lead - Purchase is responsible for leading a team of Buyers and providing Purchasing support for the business conducted in its Monterrey, Mexico office, and is part of the North America (Canada, Mexico, and United States of America) regional purchasing team.

It is expected that this position would lead a team of buyers who support the regional purchasing activities while having close cross-functional collaboration among the business and procurement teams. By joining this team, you will have the chance to work in an international environment involving different cultures and different challenges.

Your responsibilities:

  • Manage the day-to-day purchasing activities within the department. Develop and lead subordinates to conform to established policies and procedures and to enhance these processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Take the lead on the negotiation and purchase of critical, high-profile components and projects.
  • Supervise small teams.
  • Facilitate an efficient workflow and information flow within the department, and with other departments.
  • Participate in employee performance reviews and recommend salary increases. Participate in the hiring, firing, promotion, and disciplinary action of direct reports within the guidelines of company policy.
  • Develop and maintain accurate, up-to-date vendor records and ratings as a key element of this responsibility.
  • Monitor departmental KPIs among the team.
  • Ongoing development of quality and cost-effective sources for assigned service, components, and parts.
  • Lead Buyers to effectively achieve purchasing strategies, commodity plans, and overall purchasing policies.
  • Maintain and develop strong vendor relationships.
  • Develop bidders' list based on compatibility of the specifications to the known qualifications of the supplier.
  • Prepare accurate, representative inquiry documents to solicit quotations within established time constraints based on overall project/proposal schedule.
  • Obtain timely technical evaluations from involved technical groups and review scope of work with contending vendors.
  • Negotiate orders including prices, delivery, warranty, milestone schedules, cancellation provisions, payments, etc.
  • Monitor progress of the orders. Resolve conflicts including negotiating contract conditions, schedules, payments, etc.
  • Keep abreast of price, delivery trends, new technology, currency fluctuations, duties, laws, etc.
  • Support development of and execute purchasing procedures within established guidelines.
  • Train and develop personnel under his/her supervision, identify future resource requirements.

What you bring:

  • Previous supervisory experience preferred.
  • Mining experience (Required).
  • Buying and expediting experience required.
  • Constant communication with Mexico, China, and Europe.
  • Experience supervising small teams.
  • 5 years of experience in international buying in the mining industry.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience with international suppliers (Required).
  • 3 years of experience in Oracle.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering preferred. Equivalent experience acceptable.
  • Knowledge of FLSmidth equipment is preferred.
  • Individual should possess a sense of urgency, be customer-driven, and motivated.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, good time management skills.
  • Pleasant demeanor, good with colleagues, calm in high-pressure situations.
  • Candidate shall have good communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Organization skills and ability to prioritize work based on customer requirements.
  • Internal stakeholder communication.
  • Blueprint reading is desirable.
  • Advanced at English.
  • Excellent coordination and collaboration skills.

What we offer:

  • An equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
  • A global network of supportive colleagues and growth opportunities.
  • Work-life balance so you can focus on professional and personal priorities.
  • Competitive benefit package including Life insurance, Health Insurance.
  • Savings Fund.
  • Start accruing vacation time since day 1.
  • Christmas Allowance of 1 Month.

As an equal-opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion.

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply – the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is.

In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, number of children, and photographs from your application materials.

Kindly note that we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis so please apply as soon as possible.

Candidates will be contacted by email.

No recruiters and unsolicited agency referrals please.

About FLS

FLSmidth is the full flowsheet technology and service supplier to the global mining and cement industries. We help our customers to improve performance, lower operating costs, and reduce environmental impact.

With our MissionZero programme, we have set a target of providing solutions for zero-emissions mining and zero-emissions cement production by 2030, supporting a green transition built upon sustainable materials.

We are the world’s leading supplier of plants, machinery, services, and spare parts to the cement and minerals industries. To maintain our market-leading position, we invest massively in technological innovation, R&D, and training of our 11,900 employees worldwide. For further information on FLSmidth business and services, visit

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