Sr. Buyer

Gestamp; México; Remote; MXN 1,684,000 - 2,246,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestamp, a global automotive parts supplier, seeks a CAPEX Senior Buyer to lead strategic sourcing for capital projects across U.S. operations. This role works remotely from Mexico and requires travel to U.S. plants and supplier sites.

You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and leadership to procure equipment, automation, tooling, facilities, and related services, driving cost savings and successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience.
• Experience sourcing CAPEX projects and managing large-scale capital investments.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Fluent English; Spanish is a plus.
• Willingness to travel to U.S. plants and project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities for CAPEX projects across U.S. operations.
• Develop and manage RFQs, supplier evaluations, and competitive bidding processes.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, delivery schedules, warranties, and terms.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and plant leadership to meet budgets.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage project risks.
• Travel to U.S. plants and supplier sites as required.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cost analysis

Excel advanced

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

CAPEX Senior Buyer

Remote (Mexico) | Supporting U.S. Operations | Regular U.S. Travel Required

Are you an experienced sourcing and procurement professional who thrives on managing large-scale capital projects? We're looking for a NA Divisional CAPEX Senior Buyer to lead strategic sourcing initiatives supporting manufacturing operations across the United States.

In this highly visible role, you will partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and plant leadership teams to procure production equipment, automation systems, tooling, facilities, and construction-related services. You'll drive supplier selection, negotiate commercial agreements, manage contracts and purchase orders, and help deliver critical investments that support business growth.

What You'll Do

• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities for CAPEX projects across U.S. operations.
• Develop and manage RFQs, supplier evaluations, and competitive bidding processes.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, delivery schedules, warranties, and commercial terms.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve commercial issues, and manage project risks.
• Support strategic supplier development and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Travel to U.S. plants, supplier locations, and project sites as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience, preferably supporting CAPEX projects.
• Experience sourcing industrial equipment, automation, tooling, facilities, utilities, or construction services.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and cost analysis skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across multiple locations and functions.
• Advanced Excel skills; SAP, Ariba, or similar ERP experience is a plus.
• Fluent English communication skills required. Spanish is a plus.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in major manufacturing investments across North America while working remotely from Mexico. You'll have direct exposure to cross-functional leadership, high-impact projects, and opportunities to drive meaningful cost savings and operational improvements.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

About us

We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide.

Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us?

• You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria.
• This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects.
• You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done.
• You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams.