Direct Purchase Manager | Steel

Connectingology; Ciénega de Flores; Presencial; MXN 900.000 - 1.600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Connectingology in Ciénega de Flores, MX seeks a Senior Buyer to support the launch and operation of a new manufacturing plant. The role focuses on strategic sourcing for steel, scrap metal, foundry materials, and related commodities.

You will lead direct purchasing, develop supplier relationships, and manage a $120M USD annual spend while coordinating with global procurement teams. Advanced English is required for this leadership position.

Formación

• 5+ years of direct procurement/purchasing experience.
• Experience negotiating steel, scrap metal, foundry materials, and raw materials.
• Proven track record managing high-volume purchasing and large spend.
• Knowledge of steel/metal markets and pricing references (AMM).
• Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Experience leading procurement teams.
• Advanced English is mandatory.

Responsabilidades

• Lead direct purchasing of steel, scrap metal, foundry materials, and other commodities.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with local steel and scrap suppliers.
• Manage domestic and global movements across different commodities.
• Monitor commodity market trends and pricing references (AMM).
• Negotiate pricing, volumes, contracts, and commercial terms with suppliers.
• Manage an annual purchasing budget of approximately $120M USD.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and supplier optimization.
• Coordinate indirect purchasing activities related to sand and ferroalloys.
• Lead and develop a procurement team, including 2 supervisors.
• Support sourcing strategies and procurement activities for the new plant.

Conocimientos

Direct procurement

Negotiation

Budget management

Supplier relationship management

Team leadership

Advanced English

Descripción del empleo

Direct Purchase Manager | Steel Connectingology Ciénega de Flores, MX

We are looking for a Senior Buyer to join a newly created position supporting the launch and operation of a new manufacturing plant. This role will be responsible for the strategic sourcing and purchasing of critical raw materials, with a strong focus on steel, scrap metal, foundry materials, and commodities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead direct purchasing of critical raw materials, including steel, scrap metal, foundry materials, and other commodities.


• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with local steel and scrap suppliers.


• Manage local and global movements across different commodities, including steel and scrap metal.


• Monitor commodity market trends and pricing references, including American Metal Market (AMM).


• Negotiate pricing, volumes, contracts, and commercial terms with suppliers.


• Manage an annual purchasing budget/spend of approximately $120M USD, based on an estimated consumption of 23-24 tons per hour.


• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, supplier optimization, and improved commercial conditions.


• Coordinate indirect purchasing activities related to sand and ferroalloys.


• Lead and develop a team including 2 supervisors, supporting MRO and direct purchasing activities.


• Support sourcing strategies and procurement activities for the new plant.


• Collaborate with global procurement teams and international suppliers.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Direct Procurement/Purchasing, preferably within steel, foundry, metal processing, automotive, or manufacturing industries.


• Strong experience negotiating steel, scrap metal, commodities, and raw materials.


• Proven experience managing high-volume purchasing and significant budgets/spend.


• Knowledge of steel and metal markets, including pricing references such as American Metal Market (AMM).


• Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.


• Previous experience leading or coordinating procurement teams.


• Advanced English – mandatory.


• Strong analytical, financial, negotiation, and decision-making skills.