Category Buyer - Packaging

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Ciénega de Flores; Presencial; MXN 917,000 - 1,285,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global leader in machinery and equipment is seeking a Category Buyer for procurement of packaging in Cienega de Flores, Mexico. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain and experience in data-driven decision-making. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships and executing procurement strategies. This full-time position works Monday through Friday with potential travel. Join a company dedicated to building a better world.

Formación

• Must possess a strong understanding of data analysis and decision-making.
• Need effective communication skills for clarity in conveying information.
• Experience in negotiation with internal and external stakeholders is vital.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute category strategy and manage supplier relationships.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and manage procurement risks.
• Document supplier performance and lead contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve critical issues and enhance performance.

Conocimientos

Data-driven Decision Making

Effective Communications

Procurement

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field

Herramientas

Six Sigma

Lean

APICS certifications

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Career Area: Procurement

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Summary

This position is a Category Buyer responsible for the procurement of Packaging. Reporting directly to the Category Manager, this role will work with operational and packaging solutions teams to define business requirements and drive global strategy that supports overall organizational objectives. Key work activities include strategy development, managing a network of service providers, strategically sourcing to meet operational objectives, bidding process, contracts administration and driving supplier performance. Additionally, this Buyer role is expected to further develop sourcing strategies for the segment, utilizing subject matter expertise to effectively identify areas to differentiate the supply base and optimize the packaging network, helping to assure supply and contain cost for the enterprise. The role requires a strong communicator capable of working solutions to complex problems for internal process partners and customers, keeping them informed of progress and working closely with them to ensure all requirements are met. Relationship building and management at senior levels with the suppliers is also expected that will foster trust, professionalism and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Developing, managing and executing the category strategy, managing policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special procurement programs.
• Recognizing potential for cost decreases, inventory reductions and quality improvement, and responsibility for soundness of business proposals and risk assessment.
• Procure packaging material that meets Caterpillar’s complex global operational and procurement standard requirements. Focus on strategic sourcing to ensure capacity, service and market price objectives are met.
• Act as the liaison between the organization and the supplier to communicate information explicitly, considering production business demands and suppliers' conditions.
• Document supplier performance on timeliness and production; maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Lead contract negotiations with packaging providers to achieve service and product requirements that meet operational objectives and align with Caterpillar’s long-term strategy.
• Work with data analysis, market research, commodity indexation and budgeting examination as part of strategic sourcing.
• Collaborate with external suppliers to address critical issues and implement supplier relationship management practices.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field. Advanced English-speaking level.

What skills the ideal candidate will have:

Data-driven Decision Making:

• Knowledge of techniques for inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling data; ability to discover useful information, draw logical conclusions, and support decision-making.

Effective Communications:

• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to transmit, receive, and interpret ideas, information, and needs clearly.

Procurement:

• Knowledge of negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate across the organization and with external vendors in a constructive and collaborative manner.

Top Candidates will also have:

• General knowledge in Project Management
• Six Sigma, Lean, and/or APICS certifications

Additional information

• Position is in Cienega de Flores.
• Work schedule is Monday to Friday (7am-4pm).
• Travel up to 25% (international and domestic).
• Domestic relocation is not offered.

Final details

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Equal Opportunity Statement: The Caterpillar Code of Conduct states that we will select and place employees based on their qualifications for the job to be performed, without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. We do not request pregnancy tests, nor HIV tests as requirements for employment entry, permanence or promotion.

Posting Dates: octubre 1, 2025 - octubre 15, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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