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Technical Purchasing Specialist

Job in Salinas, Monterey County, California, 93911, USA
Listing for: Mondelez International
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-29
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Engineer
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Job Description
** Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.
** You will execute initiatives through I2M and IIM processes for the site and ensure effective execution, coordination, tracking & communication of change as it relates to new and existing products, packaging and processes for the plant.
** How you will contribute
** You will:
* Support Project Development / Execution:  Execute initiatives through I2M/IIM (Innovation 2 Market; Initiative Management), Provide critical inputs to the  site BD leader (specifically for IIM Design Reviews (DR2 – DR6));
From Design reviews-DR 4 onwards execute project activities on the site;
Master data creation, Art Work, Raw/Pack Material availability, Track timings – and report to project team. Organize trials and FPA’s (e.g. materials, team logistics etc.). Communication and execution of promotional activities within the I2M process.
* Support ongoing business simplification:
Provide inputs to Site BD leader to support Integration of overall site change management agenda to ensure delivery of projects while maintaining service levels. Coordination (planning and tracking) with all plant departments for plant trials, key project activities. Status tracking and communication of Plant activities key Cross functional team members (external to the plant). Work on the de-complexity agenda and support the delivery of the site productivity and improvement agenda.

Ensure execution of regional /global menu cards and ensure that manufacturing hurdle rates are met.
* Support site BD Leader to Manage the interfaces with the category PCMs, be responsible for the timely execution of new initiatives and business related projects using IIM methodology;  Coordinates effectively with Operations Core team to setup VSU teams for the projects and with the Engineering team to manage startup and construction activities for the projects.
** What you will bring
** A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:
* Strong operational & manufacturing experience in CPG industry with experience in TPM-Total productive maintenance, 5s, LEAN, 6 sigma tools and concepts, Safety & GMP standards
* Possess financial & business acumen, project management skills and Knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment, Technology & Engineering automation basics.
* Computer proficiency (MS Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint) & experience in ERP systems. Excellent communication skills (Verbal and Written), Analytical & Problem solving skills, strong collaboration and relationship management skills.
** Responsabilidades principales:
*** Experiencia sólida en compras de servicios y MRO.
* Conocimiento y aplicación de estrategias de abastecimiento, planeación de compras y optimización de costos.
* Experto en proveeduría, gestión y evaluación de proveedores.
* Dominio del proceso general de sourcing, desde la identificación de necesidades hasta la negociación y cierre de contratos.
* Experiencia trabajando con proveedores técnicos y de servicios especializados.
* Capacidad para asegurar el cumplimiento de políticas, procedimientos y estándares de compra.
* Experiencia previa en empresas de manufactura, preferentemente del sector alimentos.
* Enfoque en mejora continua, eficiencia operativa y mitigación de riesgos en la cadena de suministro.
** Educación:
*** Ing. Industrial, Ing. Química, Ing. Alimentos, o afín.
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* Experiencia:

*** Al menos 4 años de experiencia en sourcing.
** Idioma:
*** Inglés intermedio
** Herramientas:
*** SAP (preferible)
** Modalidad:
*** Presencial Lunes a viernes de 8:00 a 5:00 pmNo Relocation support available##
** Business Unit Summary**### We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!### ###
* Our people make all the difference in our succes
* Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,…
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