Sr Indirect Buyer

Yanfeng; Ramos Arizpe; Presencial; MXN 912,000 - 1,278,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An automotive component manufacturer in Ramos Arizpe seeks a Talent Acquisition Manager to oversee purchasing activities. Responsibilities include managing suppliers, implementing cost-saving strategies, and ensuring compliance with internal systems. Candidates should have at least 5 years of industry experience, strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage projects effectively. This full-time role offers opportunities for growth and learning in a dynamic environment.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in automotive or commodity purchasing.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Experience in planning and contract management.

Responsabilidades

• Manage all suppliers within the sub-commodity group.
• Implement strategies for cost reduction and supplier consolidation.
• Support customer service for indirect purchasing needs.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Project management skills

Technical knowledge of Purchasing and ERP systems

Interpersonal skills

Descripción del empleo

Talent Acquisition Manager | HR Branding | Employee Value | Universities Campus Management | People Development

Is responsible for all operational and strategic purchasing activities within the given sub-commodities while delivering cost savings and ensuring compliance with overall YFAI objectives, strategies and BOS procedures.

Responsibilities

• Is responsible for the management of all suppliers within the sub-commodity group.
• Internal essential functions of the job and specific requirements.
• Guarantee compliance with BOS, PLUS, POS, SOX procedure for all Team / Group Members.
• Participate in developing and implementing Commodity Strategies – Indirect Goods & Services, Tooling, Machinery and Equipment (TME) and Logistics.
• Support to implement strategies and actions to reduce and consolidate suppliers, in line with agreed targets.
• Support implementation of Global Commodity strategies.
• Support proactive cooperation with other regions in order to leverage volumes and common supplier sourcing.
• Implement strategies and actions to achieve FY (Fiscal Year) cost reduction goals, including PO‑to‑PO (Purchasing Order) reductions and rebates.
• Support accurate and timely reporting of key measurables.
• Improve working capital through optimum payment terms.
• Implementation and continuous improvement of standardization activities.
• Support operations in continuous improvement opportunities and projects.
• Customer Service to our operations facilities for all Indirect purchasing needs.
• Oversee all Program Purchasing activities and execute decisions in line with customer demands and commodity strategies.
• Manage the Suppliers within the assigned programs throughout program life (Request for Quotes RFQ, change management, contract negotiations, payment queries, dispute resolutions etc.).
• Perform cost analysis on goods purchased through competitive bidding, and / or cost breakdown analysis.
• Purchase goods, materials, and services that meet or exceed the cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Utilize strategic sourcing practices to select best value suppliers and execute sourcing as specified by internal processes.
• Prepare purchase orders in line with final negotiations with selected suppliers and in line with program targets and requirements.
• Communicate and work to mitigate any supply problems which may impact our business operations.
• Guarantee compliance with internal systems such as YF IOS, PMP, etc. to meet audit requirements.
• Support of make or buy decisions.
• Support materials best practices activities (incl. VA / VE and Kaizen).

Qualifications

Actively seel and implement opportunities for cost reductions, quality improvements, and speed of delivery with suppliers for the overall benefit of the company and our customers. Lead discussions with suppliers on changes to product, processes or cost that will affect the agreement or relationship.

• 5 Minimum Years of Experience within the industry, automotive or commodity real Knowledge of purchasing systems and procedures.
• Practice good communication, negotiation, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Planning, negotiations, and contract management experience.
• Practice technical knowledge of Purchasing and ERP systems.
• Able to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Able to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situations well.
• Manage and maintain required documentation.
• Practice goof project management skills.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Purchasing, Strategy / Planning, and Supply Chain
• Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing