M24133 Buyer

Cimmyt; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An international agricultural organization in Mexico is seeking a proactive Buyer for Logistics and Insurance. The role involves sourcing suppliers for goods and services, executing tender processes, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance in procurement operations. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, experience in similar roles, and advanced English proficiency. The position offers a competitive remuneration package including benefits and professional development support.

Servicios

Attractive remuneration package

Year-end bonus (40 days)

Vacation premium (56%)

Life and medical insurance

Supermarket coupons

Savings fund

Social Mexican benefits (IMSS, SAR / Infonavit)

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field is essential.
• At least 3 years of experience in similar roles.
• Knowledge of insurance matters is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Identify and develop new providers of goods and services.
• Execute bidding processes for vendor selection.
• Negotiate the best terms with suppliers.
• Create and manage purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Follow up on delivery of goods and services.

Conocimientos

Advanced level in MS Office

Advanced level of English (C1)

Negotiation and conflict resolution

Client orientation

Educación

Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Business Administration, Finance or Logistics

Descripción del empleo

CIMMYT is a cutting-edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow's problems today.

It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships.

This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource‑poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries.CIMMYT is a core CGIAR Research Center, a global research partnership for a food‑secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

For more information, visit cimmyt.org. CIMMYT is seeking a proactive, organized, problem‑solver and customer‑service‑oriented professional for the position of Buyer: Logistics and Insurance to work on the Buyers Unit of CIMMYT. Specific Duties: Conducts sourcing of qualified providers for assigned goods and services both locally and internationally related to the following categories: furniture and office equipment (purchase, repair, and maintenance); risk management requirements (insurance, uniforms, PPE, etc.); local and international logistics (transport, customs brokers, fuel cards, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Identify, propose, and develop new providers of goods and services to facilitate CIMMYT's operating requirements.
• Execute bidding/tender processes as required for competitive vendor selection.
• Establish effective communication and collaboration processes with internal clients, suppliers, and partner units to ensure efficient completion of the procurement process.
• Negotiate the best terms possible with suppliers on all procurement transactions.
• Request suppliers the documents required for purchase agreement execution if the purchase transaction requires a contract.
• Request new suppliers the documents required for vendor registration/onboarding.
• Create purchase orders (PO) in the Institutional ERP system based on fully approved purchase requisition for the assigned procurement categories, send it for approval and forward it to the vendor, along with the purchase contract if a contract is needed.
• Support the monthly and annual closing of POs in the institutional ERP.
• Follow up on the delivery of ordered goods and services with the assigned suppliers.
• Coordinate with the IMPEX specialist on the purchases of imported items, to ensure compliant, effective, and accelerated import process.
• Instill a service‑oriented mindset with efficacy and efficiency in the procurement operation.
• Support the periodic vendor evaluation process and due diligence process.
• Other related activities that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Business Administration, Finance or Logistics.
• At least 3 years of experience in similar roles or positions.
• Advanced level in MS Office.
• Advanced level of English (written and conversational). English will be tested, and candidates should score a minimum of C1 on CEFR.
• Knowledge of insurance matters will be considered as an advantage.
• Competencies: Organization, critical thinking, teamwork, client orientation, problem‑solving decision making, negotiation and conflict resolution.

Benefits

• CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package and support for continuous professional development.
• In addition to the provisions of the Mexican Labor Law, our package of benefits includes year‑end bonus (40 days), vacation premium (56%), life and medical insurance, supermarket coupons, savings fund, and social Mexican benefits (IMSS, SAR / Infonavit).