Location: Beit HaEmek (north district) *we work from office*

Scope: Full time

Reporting to: Head of Procurement and Logistics

Responsibilities:

• Manage Raw Material from NPI to Mass Production:

  • Oversee the procurement of raw materials from the New Product Introduction (NPI) phase to mass production.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align material requirements with production.

  Sourcing New Vendors and Identifying Cost Reduction Opportunities:

  • Actively seek and evaluate new vendors to expand the supplier base in Mexico & USA
  • Identify and implement strategies to reduce material costs while maintaining quality standards.

  Material Ordering, Postponing, and Rescheduling to meet production needs.

  Subcontractor Management:

  • Manage and develop turnkey supplier located in Mexico to meet production demands.
  • Ensure subcontractors adhere to quality, cost, and delivery requirements.

  Day-to-Day Vendor Management:

  • Monitor and manage day-to-day relationships with vendors.
  • Address and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and performance.

  Cross-Functional Management and Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Planning teams to align procurement activities with project timelines.
  • Ensure effective communication and coordination across different departments.

  Reports Analysis, Drawings Reading, Mechanical and Electrical Knowledge:

  • Analyse reports related to procurement, cost, and supplier performance.
  • Possess the ability to read technical drawings and demonstrate knowledge of both mechanical and electrical components.

  Requirements:

  • A bachelor’s degree in industrial engineer or a related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in procurement, preferred in a production company.
  • Proven experience working with manufacturers in global regions.
  • Fluent English.
  • Mechanical and electronic knowledge
  • Reading Drawings knowledge.
  • Negotiation expertise
  • Work under short deadlines
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Mexico procurement experience – an advantage.