IT Strategic Category Buyer

Autoliv Mexico; Santiago de Querétaro; Presencial; MXN 600,000 - 800,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in the automotive safety sector is seeking an IT Strategic Category Buyer to manage sourcing and procurement of IT hardware and consultancy services. The role involves developing strategies, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to meet technological needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT purchasing and excellent negotiation skills, ensuring alignment with company goals while driving cost-saving initiatives.

Servicios

Attractive compensation package

Flexible options (schedule, remote work)

Recognition awards

Company and family events

University discounts

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in IT hardware purchasing, Category management, and Contract management.
• Experience managing multiple projects and requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Develop category strategies, secure customer alignment, and execute plans.
• Conduct competitive bidding processes.
• Negotiate and create contracts reflecting negotiated terms.

Conocimientos

Communication

Negotiation

Educación

BS or BA in Purchasing

BS or BA in SCM

BS or BA in Engineering

Herramientas

ERP purchasing systems

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Descripción del empleo

IT Strategic Category Buyer

The IT & telecom hardware and IT consultants Strategic Category Buyers are responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and procuring hardware solutions as well as specialized consultants that meet the organization's technological and operational needs. You will hold responsibility for all specific categories within the Indirect Purchasing Team. You will negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, SOWs, and commercial requirements that meet internal stakeholders' objectives and overall category strategy. You will interact directly with internal stakeholders and external vendors. You will familiarize yourself with Autoliv’s supply base and collaborate with internal stakeholders and Global Category Management to create and execute Category Strategies.

What you’ll do:

• Develop category strategies, secure customer alignment, and execute plans.
• Build strong relationships with internal Business partners.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives aligned with company goals.
• Support Global Category Strategies, Management, and key initiatives.
• Conduct competitive bidding processes.
• Negotiate and create contracts reflecting negotiated terms.

What is required:

• BS or BA in Purchasing, SCM, Engineering, or another business-related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT hardware purchasing, Category management, and Contract management.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience managing multiple projects and requirements.
• Proficiency with ERP purchasing systems, PowerPoint, Word, Excel (including pivot tables).
• Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of standard purchasing practices.

What’s in it for you:

• Attractive compensation package

• Flexible options (schedule, remote work)

• Recognition awards, company and family events, university discounts, and many other perks.

• Commitment to Gender Pay Equality

Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.