Job Summary:

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, which we’re calling SpinCo, until the name is unveiled. The spin is planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support SpinCo, which will focus on critical digital infrastructure, delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Buyer Direct 3 to our Global Procurement & Supply Chain team.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Buyer Direct 3 will be responsible for managing the procurement of direct materials required to support manufacturing operations while ensuring material availability, supplier performance, inventory optimization, and cost competitiveness. This role serves as a key liaison between suppliers, planning, production, logistics, and other cross-functional teams to support uninterrupted operations and drive supply chain excellence. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills, procurement expertise, and supplier relationship management capabilities to help achieve business objectives.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Manage the procurement of direct materials and components by reviewing requirements, analyzing MRP outputs, and placing, rescheduling, or canceling purchase orders to support production needs.
• Collaborate closely with suppliers to manage pricing, delivery schedules, quality expectations, and material availability while escalating issues as needed to ensure continuity of supply.
• Monitor inventory levels, shortages, excess inventory, and potential obsolescence risks, implementing corrective actions to optimize inventory performance and support customer demand.
• Analyze procurement and supplier performance metrics, maintain accurate purchasing records, conduct supplier reviews, and identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, planning, logistics, and warehouse teams to resolve material discrepancies, track shipments, support invoice reconciliation, and ensure on-time delivery of components.

• Strong procurement, supplier management, negotiation, and inventory control skills in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Typically requires a minimum of 2 to 4 years of procurement, purchasing, materials management, or supply chain experience.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems for purchasing, planning, and inventory management activities.
• Ability to analyze procurement data, inventory trends, supplier performance metrics, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and relationship management skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, high-volume manufacturing, or a similar production environment preferred.
• Knowledge of supply chain best practices, inventory optimization, and procurement processes.

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

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.

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