Buyer

Schneider Electric Inc.; Monterrey, Chihuahua; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is looking for a Buyer to support Direct Procurement and work closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to improve cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity.

The role involves executing RFQs, analyzing quotations, managing suppliers, and supporting negotiations. A Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in procurement are required, with English proficiency and ERP experience a plus. This position sits in a global supply chain context with cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years in procurement, sourcing or related field.
• Experience with RFQs, supplier quotations, negotiations, or supplier management.
• Exposure to direct materials in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute RFQs, analyze supplier quotations, and support supplier selection and awarding processes.
• Manage assigned suppliers and support commercial negotiations.
• Identify and support cost-saving and productivity opportunities through sourcing, benchmarking, and supplier improvements.
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and capacity.
• Support sourcing strategies and supplier development initiatives.
• Identify supply risks and follow up on mitigation and recovery actions.
• Maintain pricing and procurement information in ERP systems.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and other teams to execute sourcing projects.

Skills

Procurement experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field

Job description

Buyer | Direct Procurement

Location: Mexico
Business Unit: Global Supply Chain

Build your career in Strategic Procurement

We are looking for a Buyer to support our Direct Procurement organization, working closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to improve cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity.

What will you do?

• Execute RFQs, analyze supplier quotations, and support supplier selection and awarding processes.
• Manage assigned suppliers and support commercial negotiations.
• Identify and support cost-saving and productivity opportunities through sourcing, benchmarking, and supplier improvements.
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and capacity.
• Support sourcing strategies and supplier development initiatives.
• Identify supply risks and follow up on mitigation and recovery actions.
• Maintain pricing and procurement information in ERP systems.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and other teams to execute sourcing projects.

What will make you successful?

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain, or a related role.
• Experience with RFQs, supplier quotations, negotiations, or supplier management.
• Exposure to direct materials within a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• English proficiency required.
• Experience with ERP or procurement systems is a plus.

What's in it for me?

• Meaningful work with direct impact on business performance and operational success
• Career development opportunities in a global organization committed to your growth
• Collaborative culture that encourages innovation and values diverse perspectives
• Flexible work arrangements designed to support your professional and personal well-being

Rewards designed for you

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: We see you and we value you. It’s more than just pay and benefits—it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed to help you perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential. The package helps you care for yourself and your family, plan your future, grow your skills and career, collaborate in an inclusive workplace, and contribute to your community. At Schneider Electric, we’re here for what matters most to you. Discover more at our Career Page.

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Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

€40 billion global revenue

€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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