Materials Manager (Power)

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.