Senior Buyer/Planner (Mexico)

Summary
This role is located in Aguascalientes, Mexico (Remote).

The Senior Buyer/Planner is responsible for the planning and purchasing functions of assigned commodities to support Configure-to-Order production demand while maintaining efficient reporting and data integrity.

What You'll Do

• Analyze Material Requirements Planning recommendations daily to ensure proper stock levels are achieved for assigned commodities

• Prepare and execute purchase orders to assigned suppliers within scope area

• Quote and source new component and assemblies with approved suppliers

• React to Material Requirements Planning action messages for expedites and defers to meet supply plans

• Maintain product master data and accurate Purchase Order information in ERP system

• Demonstrate a sense of urgency and solution oriented working when addressing production line downtime due to shortages and expedite requests

• Identify and analyze root cause and counter measure for any stock-outs

• Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply by constructing and executing to a well thought out supply plan that fulfills the needs of the product on time and with quality

• Maintain safety stock and min/max levels of assigned Parts/Groups

• Maintain target inventory levels assigned commodities

• Maintain target pricing and monitor Purchas Price Variances

• Manage supplier performance and on time delivery

• Process Engineering Change Order requests for part changes with suppliers

• Process First Article Inspection requests by suppliers to ensure quality measures are met

• Active Participation and drive of continuous improvement initiatives as well as cross functional projects

• Kanban analysis and reporting

• Warehouse space allocation planning

• Usage and reporting on Material Requirements Planning metric

• Buyer training and mentoring

• Presents monthly E&O reports on assigned commodities to leadership and stakeholders

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in business or finance preferred

• 3+ years of Purchasing and Analysis experience in Manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge of Bills of Material structure and engineering drawings

• Multi-tasker, collaborative and inclusive

• Strong communications skills (written and verbal)

• Work both independent and within a team setting

• Manage dynamic and changing priorities

• Strong excel and analytical skills

• Microsoft D365 experience is preferred

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. We offer a range of flexible working options through all.flex, our flexible hybrid work model and invite you to have a conversation with us about flexible working. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

The US based roles may require registration with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

Travel Expectations
Up to 25%