Strategic Sourcing Buyer I

Lear Corporation; Ciudad Juárez; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Lear Corporation in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, seeks a Strategic Sourcing Buyer to develop category strategies, manage supplier contracts, and drive value across purchasing processes.

The role requires 3+ years in purchasing or procurement, 2+ years in automotive manufacturing, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office to analyze data and optimize savings for the company.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Purchasing or Procurement role.
• 2+ years of experience in the automotive manufacturing industry (preferred).
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of securing long-term strategic value.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop Category Strategies: Create and implement tailored sourcing strategies for assigned categories to meet corporate savings targets, contractual strength, customer service excellence, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Cost reduction

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we're named one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

They're the secret to our success - empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

About the Role

Are you a skilled negotiator who thrives on building strong supplier partnerships and driving measurable cost savings? We are looking for a proactive Strategic Sourcing Buyer to join our team. In this role, you will develop and execute short- and long-term category strategies, manage key supplier contracts, and optimize our purchasing processes to protect our company’s strategic interests and deliver exceptional value.

What You Will Do:

• Develop Category Strategies: Create and implement tailored sourcing strategies for assigned categories to meet corporate savings targets, contractual strength, customer service excellence, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead Cost-Reduction Initiatives: Drive continuous improvement projects focused on reducing costs across every category.
• Streamline Purchasing: Negotiate pricing agreements to establish purchase catalogs, eliminating repetitive acquisitions and spot buys for supplies and rework.
• Execute Purchase Orders: Prepare and verify purchase orders and agreements to guarantee complete accuracy before release.

Education Requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a Purchasing or Procurement role.
• 2+ years of experience in the automotive manufacturing industry (preferred).
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of securing long-term strategic value.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit-based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.