Negotiates and contracts purchases of raw materials and other direct materials necessary for the operation. Ensures prompt resolution of pricing queries and invoice queries.- Manages strategic accounts and/or strategic projects for the company, including the introduction of new models.- Select and develop suppliers using the most appropriate technique Best Bid, RFP's (Request for Proposal), requesting samples for material evaluation.- Coordinates supplier evaluation and supplier certification programs.- Manage purchase orders by planning material requirements using the Oracle system and the action messages it suggests.- Analyzes the status of the supply of materials and expedites, pushes and cancels materials according to the production needs of the company.- Maintains and timely updates the records of each part number under its responsibility in Oracle, such as delivery times, minimum order in the order, etc.- Follows up the purchase orders placed with external suppliers so that the requirements of quantity, cost and delivery time are met.- Coordinates with the different planners to maintain production plans that synchronize the flow of plant materials.- Analyze supplier proposals, prepare purchase orders (POs).- Tracks, identifies price reductions or increases. evaluates assigned suppliers and initiates contact with new suppliers as required.- May make initial contacts for new products and participate in the negotiation process.- Supports the accounts payable department in resolving invoice discrepancies.- Supports the QA department to resolve NMRs (non-conforming material reports), communicates the problem to the supplier and follows up on corrective actions.- Coordinates supplier evaluation and supplier certification programs.**Requirements**:- 5+ years in an MRP environment or in inventory and purchasing control.- Advanced English (Reading and writing that allow fluent project presentations and/or participation in negotiation processes).- Professional Title, Diplomas or certification. (Preferential)- Inventory control systems (VMI, Kanban, Consignment). Supply Chain and Logistics Concepts (APICS preferred).**Education**:- Bachelor's (preferred)**Experience**:- Purchasing: 5 years (preferred)