BU PURCHASING PROJECT PROFESSIONALDate: Aug 27, 2024Location: Leon, MXCompany: OP MobilityResponsibilitiesResponsible for performing all purchasing activities related to development and launched programs in alignment with regional and global purchasing strategies.Represent local team as Lead Buyer in regional or global development programs.Negotiate optimal pricing and terms and conditions with suppliers.Lead sourcing activities for BOM components.Track and maintain program deliverables (sourcing status, financials, supplier timing, etc.).Support and drive cost reduction activities aligned with regional and global purchasing objectives.Manage supplier relationships in accordance with Purchasing procedures and policy/compliance.Issue and analyze request for quotations (RFQs) from approved suppliers to support production or pre-production requirements and issue subsequent purchase orders.Assist and/or lead the resolution of production, design, quality and/or delivery problems.Lead team sourcing (kick-off) meetings with suppliers upon award.Initiate cross-functional meetings with program team and suppliers.Coordinate engineering changes, tool transfers, and benchmarking activities for assigned programs.Develop, maintain, and publish appropriate documentation as required by the applicable purchasing procedures.Other duties as assigned.Personal BackgroundBachelor's degree (Supply Chain Management, Business, or Finance).Experience in a manufacturing industry environment or CPM certification preferred.2+ years of Purchasing or Program Purchasing experience preferred.Legally able to work in the U.S. without requirement for any type of visa sponsorship or transfer both now and at any time in the future.Skills and AbilitiesProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).Ability to collect, maintain, and analyze data.Ability to handle confidential information.Ethical conduct.Excellent verbal and written communication.Priority setting and time management.Organization skills.Detail oriented.Proven ability to work in a team environment.Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.Strong initiative skills.Ability to travel domestically and internationally.#J-18808-Ljbffr