Direct Buyer

PHINIA Componentes Mexico, S. DE R.L. DE C.V. - (Mexico); San Luis Potosí; On-site; MXN 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

PHINIA Componentes Mexico, S. DE. R.L. DE C.V.

is seeking an experienced purchasing professional to lead and execute purchasing strategies for timely material and services supply. The role emphasizes cost competitiveness, quality, and compliance within the automotive and manufacturing sectors. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in automotive purchasing, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong skills in supplier negotiations, material planning, and KPI analysis, with SAP experience valued.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of purchasing experience in automotive/manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Strong negotiation and supplier-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing processes and supplier negotiations
• Ensure timely and accurate material supply
• Evaluate supplier costs, delivery times, and performance
• Follow up on purchase orders and inventory levels
• Participate in supplier development and qualification activities
• Analyze purchasing KPIs and generate reports
• Coordinate with production, logistics, and finance departments
• Support cost reduction and continuous improvement projects

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Material planning

Cost and KPI analysis

Supply chain knowledge

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in international Trade, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

ABOUT US

PHINIA is a diversified industrial supplier and global leader in the development of fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions, with a strong portfolio of trusted brands that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY®, and HARTRIDGE™. With over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships, PHINIA has approximately 12,500 talented employees and over 40 locations in 20 countries and is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA.

Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow.

JOB PURPOSE

Manage and execute purchasing strategies to ensure the timely supply of materials and services, guaranteeing cost competitiveness, quality, and compliance with operational requirements within the automotive industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage purchasing processes and supplier negotiations
• Ensure timely and accurate material supply
• Evaluate supplier costs, delivery times, and performance
• Follow up on purchase orders and inventory levels
• Participate in supplier development and qualification activities
• Analyze purchasing KPIs and generate reports
• Coordinate with production, logistics, and finance departments
• Support cost reduction and continuous improvement projects

What we’re looking for

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in international Trade, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Experience: At least 7 years in purchasing within the automotive or manufacturing industry

Technical Knowledge Required

• Supplier negotiation and management
• ERP management (SAP preferred)
• material planning and supply
• cost and KPI analysis
• supply chain and logistics knowledge
• advanced Excel skills
• knowledge of automotive processes (preferred)

Other Requirements

• English Level: Proficient

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

For this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country where the position is based. Only in certain circumstances, based on business need, does PHINIA provide sponsorship for employment visa status.

Join us on this shared journey to a brighter tomorrow.

Please visit www.phinia.com.

ABOUT US

Join the PHINIA team and be a part of an industry-leading company in fuel systems, aftermarket distribution, and combustion technologies. As we drive the transition to alternative fuels and hydrogen combustion, we're seeking talents who want to have a positive impact on the future of transportation. Established relationships with global OEMs and a focus on balanced and synergistic exposure among multiple markets, PHINIA is the place to be.”

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities.