Job Description Commodity Buyer Startup company located in Querétaro is looking for a Commodity Buyer: POSITION SUMMARY: The position is responsible for establishing and maintaining an exceptional supply base for assigned products.
The foundation of this role includes: developing commodity strategies, saving year-over-year, and sourcing new programs.
Requirements: A bachelor's degree is required, and preferably a degree related to the supply chain.
5+ years of purchasing experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
Possibility of international travel.
Excellent negotiation skills Demonstration of high-caliber analytical skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills – must be fluent in English Adequate knowledge of MRP and EDI systems He works with a strong sense of urgency, responsibility, and ownership.
Strong computer skills, including knowledge of the PC, the Microsoft Office suite, and the ability to learn new software.
Face challenges with ingenuity; Generate suggestions to improve the work; Presents ideas and information in a way that catches the attention of others.
He exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Include the right people in the decision-making process, make timely decisions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Seek qualified suppliers in support of program needs, purchase order issuance and management, and ongoing supplier monitoring and development.
Monitor and analyze key market indices and overall economic conditions to ensure commodities are purchased at competitive prices by conducting cost breakdowns and cost models.
Develop and implement an annual budget/savings plan.
Provide critical follow-up and drive the organization to support resourcing projects.
Demonstrate and continuously develop a high level of knowledge of products and raw materials.
Understand supplier operations as they relate to the business.
Participate in program management reviews to support new program launches, on time and under budget.
Travel to multiple supplier locations (approximately 20 percent) to promote healthy relationships with the supplier base.
Professionally solve problems (both internal and external) in a fair and ethical manner.
Prepare the documents of the supply board.
Monitor and process CN's.
Support plant personnel as needed in material disruption situations.
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