Kongsberg Automotive provides cutting-edge technology to the global vehicle industry. We drive the global transition to sustainable mobility by putting engineering, sustainability, and innovation into practice. Headquartered in Kongsberg, with revenues of over EUR 885 million, the company's 5,300 employees are spread over 17 countries worldwide. Our product portfolio includes driver and motion control systems, fluid assemblies, and industrial driver interface products. Find more information at: kongsbergautomotive.ComCategory BuyerLocation: Nuevo Laredo, MX, 88275Country/Region: MXAbout the positionCategory buyer achieves cost reductions in line with budget targets, while maintaining/improving product quality and supplier service levels.ResponsibilitiesList of responsibilities (but not limited to):Map future needs and leverage KA spend to maximize benefit for KA.Develop and propose Category Strategy for assigned (sub-)category and region.Establish a base of preferred suppliers, and secure that suppliers from low-cost regions are identified where possible.Supplier relationship management.Capture savings.Implement sourcing strategies for the categories.Among others.RequirementsEnglish proficiency.Successful, multi-year track record in Purchasing.Production technology understanding, specifically in automotive.Minimum 5 years of strategic purchasing experience in the automotive industry.What we offerPlease click here to enter the offer of the job.Application / ContactIf this sounds interesting and likely the right challenge for you, we look forward to receiving your application!Please register your CV/resume and cover letter.Within your application, please inform us regarding your notice period and salary expectations.The applications will be handled on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the application deadline date.We want your integrity, accountability, creativity and teamwork mindset and skills.In Kongsberg Automotive we embrace diversity within our workforce. We make recruiting decisions based on experience and skills and pride ourselves on having a strong culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness.We aim to employ the world's brightest minds, providing a limitless pool of ideas and opportunities, who will incorporate our core values within their work. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles and offer an unlimited contract within a dynamic and international environment with prospects for personal growth.Welcome to an outstanding career in Kongsberg Automotive!KA careers: jobs.Kongsbergautomotive.Com Web: kongsbergautomotive.ComKeywords: Category Buyer, Purchasing, Automotive IndustryApplication Id: 3830Posting date: Nov 7, 2024#J-18808-Ljbffr