Buyer Indirect

Sheldahl Flexible Technologies, Inc.

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Mexico, Guadalajara Until 9/14/2026 1+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 16, 2026 Last posted July 16, 2026
Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. 

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Buyer Indirect located in Guadalajara, Toluquilla offices.

Reporting to the Commodity Manager, Indirect the Buyer Indirect is responsible for managing purchasing activities and supporting procurement requirements for multiple sites. This role focuses on supplier management, sourcing, negotiations, cost optimization, and ensuring the timely acquisition of indirect purchasing; facilities and services, while complying with company policies and procedures.

What a typical day looks like:
 

  • Manage and follow up on procurement requirements from multiples sites, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Conduct supplier negotiations to achieve optimal commercial agreements, including lead times, pricing, payment terms, and supply conditions.
  • Analyze quotations, compare proposals, and recommend the best sourcing options based on cost, quality, and delivery requirements.
  • Prepare reports and procurement analyses using Excel tools, including pivot tables and data analysis.
  • Provide support and excellent customer service to internal stakeholders.
  • Execute tactical purchasing decisions and support corporate sourcing initiatives.
  • Manage sourcing events, RFQs, supplier bidding processes, and contract negotiations within approved authority levels.
  • Conduct quarterly supplier performance reviews and support supplier development activities.
  • Maintain procurement records, purchasing metrics, and reporting requirements.
  • Estimate market values and identify cost-saving opportunities through market analysis.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and internal customers to ensure uninterrupted business operations.
     

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:
 

  • Bachelor’s degree in related fields.
  • 1+ years of experience in similar role.
  • Advanced English (spoken and written).
  • Experience in supplier development, contract negotiation, purchase order management, and procurement processes.
  • Experience using ERP systems.
  • Proactive attitude with strong customer service orientation.
  • Problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities at the same time.
  • Project management basic knowledge would be a plus
     

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:
 

  • Competitive Salary
  • Life & Medical insurance
  • Christmas Bonus
  • Food Coupons
  • Saving Fund.
  • Life Insurance
     

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Job Category

Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Required Skills:

Optional Skills:

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

About this role

Summary

Manage procurement, supplier relations, negotiations, and support sourcing for multiple sites.

Job title

Buyer Indirect

Experience level

1+ years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Guadalajara, Mexico; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

ERP systemsEnglish

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

supplier managementnegotiationprocurement processesdata analysiscontract management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Work arrangement unknown City