Build & Scale the Network: Identify, qualify, and onboard high-performing upholstery suppliers to build a resilient and competitive global supply base.
Master the Negotiation: Drive price negotiations for new and existing products using deep BOM analysis and market data to protect margins and realize "cost-out" opportunities.
Own the Relationship: Act as the primary bridge between suppliers and internal teams (Engineering, Logistics, Quality), ensuring clear communication and aligned priorities.
Lead Product Initiatives: Manage the end-to-end execution of product developments and relocations using a disciplined project management approach.
Monitor & Optimize Performance: Rigorously track supplier KPIs and tactical capacity, intervening with mitigation strategies to ensure 100% product availability and quality.
Ensure Integrity: Execute all procurement activities with a commitment to strict compliance, ethical standards, and value-chain transparency.

Completion of a criminal background check
Passport and the ability to travel internationally when needed
Your RFC Tax ID (Registro Federal de Contribuyentes) matches your official identification
A Strategic Thinker: You don't just see a vendor; you see a value chain. You use SWOT analysis and manufacturing insights to shape long-term sourcing strategies.
A Fact-Based Negotiator: You back up your arguments with data. You understand the nuances of raw material costs and market trends to ensure fair and competitive pricing.
A Problem Solver: When disruptions happen, you’re already two steps ahead with alternative actions to secure supply and minimize impact.
A Cross-Functional Collaborator: You thrive in the middle of the action, coordinating effortlessly between technical engineers, logistics experts, and external partners.
Detail-Oriented & Ethical: You take pride in "Article Way" performance and hold yourself—and your partners—to the highest standards of professional conduct.
Project Minded: You are comfortable juggling multiple timelines, from complex product launches to contract renewals, without letting balls drop.

The salary range is 566K Pesos MXN to 700K Pesos MXN per year
The starting salary will be determined by your transferable skills, knowledge, work experience, and the hiring team’s budget, which is based on business needs, market compensation data, and internal equity
We believe in Winning Together. When Article hits its annual financial goals, eligible employees will receive a cash bonus
Monthly Home Office Allowance
$1000 MXN
Monthly Grocery Voucher
$1800 MXN
Vacation and Christmas bonuses
Profit-sharing bonus
varies yearly
12 days per year to start
7 standard federal holidays
6 well-being paid (sick) days
1 extra day off (Inclusion and Diversity Day)
Healthcare plan: Silver Plan Coverage (Allianz) that includes coverage for your spouse/ domestic partner and children.
Aricle pays insurance premiums for employees and eligible dependents.

Upholstery Sourcing Specialist

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