About Cadencia

At Cadencia, we specialize in connecting top-tier professionals with leading U.S. and Canadian companies. Founded in 2021, our mission is to deliver exceptional results through our talented team members in roles such as accounting, bookkeeping, project management, administrative support, and more.

Headquartered in Guadalajara, Mexico, we are proud to create opportunities for professionals to work in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. Team members are employed by Cadencia, but partner daily with an external client. We have opportunities for in-office and remote work, attracting candidates from throughout Mexico.

At Cadencia, we value innovation, teamwork, proactivity, critical thinking, and a commitment to excellence. We believe in rewarding our team for their hard work through competitive compensation, career mapping, a great benefits plan, and profit-sharing.

By joining Cadencia, you become part of a dynamic, forward-thinking, joyful organization that values your expertise and career aspirations.

Explore opportunities with us and be a part of a company that truly values its people. Together, we create impact and drive success!

About the role:

The Buyer manages the sourcing and procurement of direct and indirect materials and services to ensure the on-time delivery of the company requirements. Partnering closely with Sales, Operations Planning, and Logistics, this role supports effective scheduling, inventory control, and customer service. As part of our transformation, the Buyer embraces innovation, collaboration, accountability, and diverse perspectives to drive efficient, reliable, and value-focused supply chain outcomes.

What you'll do:

• Execute sourcing activities for products and services, including item creation and purchase order management, in coordination with Sales, Product Managers, and Operations Planners.
• Cultivate collaboration by developing and sustaining strong supplier relationships to manage expedited or delayed orders and ensure reliable service.
• Monitor and analyze supplier performance data, driving improvements in quality, delivery, and reliability while being accountable for results.
• Leverage cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Accounts Payable, Warehouses, and other stakeholders to resolve purchase order issues quickly and effectively.
• Establish and track procurement metrics (e.g., supplier on-time delivery), providing reports and insights to support continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate a passion for innovation by identifying and implementing process improvements in procurement, including new workflows and procedures that enhance efficiency.
• Lead supplier consolidation initiatives where appropriate to strengthen value and operational efficiency.
• Use category spend analysis to recommend cost, quality, and lead-time improvements, while monitoring overall spend for optimization.
• Support the successful execution of the overall Supply Chain Strategy by aligning procurement activities with organizational goals and transformation priorities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• ERP system experience required (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred).
• Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative analysis, including data manipulation and reporting.
• Experience with Business Intelligence tools and a data-driven mindset for decision-making.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
• Demonstrates business acumen, adaptability, and accountability, able to work independently and cross-functionally.
• A collaborative mindset that values diverse perspectives.
• APICS certification or supply chain specialization is an asset.
• Knowledge of the craft brewing and malting industries is a plus.
• Flexibility to work across time zones as required.