Direct Buyer

Alstom; Estado de México; Presencial; MXN 552.384 - 920.641; Jornada completa

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Opportunity for growth

Collaborative work environment

Descripción de la vacante

A global transport company is seeking a Direct Buyer in Mexico City. This full-time role requires expertise in procurement processes and supplier management. Candidates should have a degree in Supply Chain Management or related fields, and experience in negotiation and contract evaluation is essential. The position offers opportunities for growth in the transportation equipment manufacturing industry.

Formación

• Experience or understanding of procurement processes.
• Manufacturing, industrial or automotive background required.
• Familiarity with contract negotiation.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the procurement process for direct materials.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements.

Conocimientos

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Data analysis

Conversational English

Educación

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Business Administration

Engineering

Herramientas

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

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At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the Direct Buyer in Mexico City we’re looking for?

Your future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your direct purchasing expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and forward-thinking teammates.

You'll contribute to ensuring efficient and cost-effective sourcing strategies that directly impact the success of our operations. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (engineering, supply chain, and project management), negotiate with suppliers, and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

• Managing the procurement process for direct materials in alignment with project needs.
• Negotiating contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure the best terms.
• Monitoring supplier performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Supporting cost optimization initiatives while maintaining quality standards.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and ethical sourcing practices.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience or understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Manufacturing, industrial or automotive background.
• Conversational English.
• Familiarity with contract negotiation and supplier evaluation.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and data analysis tools.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative projects.
• Progress towards becoming a key contributor to strategic procurement initiatives.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Management

Industries

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, Railroad Equipment Manufacturing, and Rail Transportation