Factored Global Planner-Buyer

About the role

Rockwell Automation is hiring a Factored Global Planner-Buyer in Monterrey to plan and procure goods and services for multiple distribution centers worldwide, covering the supply chain forecast-to-procurement cycle. The role leads and controls materials requirements, monitors inventory and on-time delivery, negotiates purchase contracts and selects suppliers, and reports to the Finished Goods Planning Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Develop supply and inventory plans to meet customer demand and company goals
• Manage purchase orders, forecasts and replenishment strategies with global suppliers and contract manufacturers
• Monitor supplier performance: on-time delivery, lead times, confirmation rates, inventory levels and capacity
• Analyze demand, supply and inventory data to spot risks and opportunities, and resolve shortages, past-due orders, excess inventory and supply disruptions
• Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality and Engineering on new product introductions and production needs
• Improve supplier accountability through business reviews, escalation management and continuous improvement
• Evaluate inventory strategies to improve service levels while optimizing working capital
• Maintain planning parameters and supply chain metrics, and take part in S&OP, forecast and supply reviews
• Support contract negotiations and supplier agreements with planning and inventory insights

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Preferred: at least 3 years of experience in supply planning, materials planning, procurement, purchasing, inventory management or supply chain operations
• Advanced level of English
• Teamwork and well-rounded knowledge of supply chain and materials planning
• Limited travel to Rockwell Automation and supplier locations (US and international)

Required skills

• Understanding of MRP, inventory and production principles
• SAP/ERP experience
• Certified Supply Chain Professional certification desirable
• Power BI, data analytics or other reporting tools
• Writing complex macros in Excel

What we offer

• Hybrid work: at least three days per week in the office (Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays)
• Retirement benefits and life insurance
• Wellness programs, paid time off after 6 months, and an employee assistance program
• Digital course library for professional development