Strategic Commodity Buyer – Automotive Plastics

MAHLE; Monterrey; Hybrid; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

MAHLE in Monterrey, MX is seeking a Commodity Buyer to define and execute purchasing strategies for the assigned commodity. You will ensure best pricing, quality, and delivery while coordinating with development programs and long-term suppliers.

Responsibilities include closing supplier gaps, managing supplier changes, and supporting cost-reduction initiatives. Occasional travel up to 25% is required and familiarity with JIRA, Jaggaer, and SAP is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant purchasing experience in automotive.
• Focus on deadlines and target objectives.
• Strong team player with ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, polymer components, plastic parts).

Responsibilities

• Address supplier gaps that affect future development products.
• Manage and coordinate supplier changes for strategic sourcing or distressed suppliers.
• Support commodity strategy formulation and execution.
• Responsible for cost reduction initiatives and PPV reporting support.
• Travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.
• Maintain updated and accurate information in JIRA and Jaggaer/SAP systems.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

Supplier management

Deadline-driven

Team collaboration

Tools

JIRA

Jaggaer

SAP

Job description

MAHLE in Monterrey, MX is seeking a Commodity Buyer to define and execute purchasing strategies for the assigned commodity. You will ensure best pricing, quality, and delivery while coordinating with development programs and long-term suppliers.

Responsibilities include closing supplier gaps, managing supplier changes, and supporting cost-reduction initiatives. Occasional travel up to 25% is required and familiarity with JIRA, Jaggaer, and SAP is expected.