Strategic Sourcing Regionalization Lead

SKF Group; Puebla de Zaragoza; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF Group in Puebla, Mexico, seeks a Strategic Sourcing Regionalization Lead to drive supplier localization, cost optimization, and regional value content initiatives across the USMCA region. You will lead supplier scouting, sourcing analyses, tariff mitigation assessments, and cross-functional projects that strengthen supply chain competitiveness and resilience.

Based in Puebla, this role collaborates with Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to deliver

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supplier development, or supply chain optimization.
• Advanced/Fluent English and Spanish.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development: Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers within the USMCA region and support localization and onboarding activities.
• Trade & Tariff Analysis: Assess sourcing alternatives and their impact on total landed cost; analyze tariffs, trade agreements, and compliance requirements.
• Cost Optimization & Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): Perform detailed cost analyses; develop business cases and strategic sourcing recommendations; drive cost reduction initiatives.
• Project Management: Lead sourcing and localization projects; coordinate cross-functional stakeholders; manage timelines, milestones and risk mitigation.
• Strategic Analysis & Reporting: Prepare executive presentations; track savings and localization metrics; provide insights to support decisions.

Skills

Sourcing & Procurement

Supplier Development

Data Analytics

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field

Job description

Strategic Sourcing Regionalization Lead

Location: Puebla

Function: Supply Chain / Purchasing

About the Role

SKF is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Regionalization Lead to support strategic sourcing, supplier localization, cost optimization, and regional value content initiatives across Mexico and the USMCA region. This role will lead supplier scouting, sourcing analysis, tariff mitigation assessments, and cross-functional projects that strengthen supply chain competitiveness and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development

• Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers within the USMCA region.
• Support localization and regionalization initiatives.
• Conduct supplier scouting, qualification, and onboarding activities.

Trade & Tariff Analysis

• Assess sourcing alternatives and their impact on total landed cost.
• Analyze tariffs, trade agreements, and compliance requirements.
• Identify opportunities to mitigate trade-related costs and risks.

Cost Optimization & Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

• Perform detailed TCO and cost analyses.
• Develop business cases and strategic sourcing recommendations.
• Drive cost reduction and value creation initiatives.

Project Management

• Lead sourcing and localization projects from planning through execution.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders across Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain.
• Manage project timelines, milestones, and risk mitigation plans.

Strategic Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare executive presentations and recommendations.
• Track savings, supplier performance, and localization metrics.
• Provide insights to support business and sourcing decisions.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supplier development, or supply chain optimization.
• Advanced/Fluent English and Spanish.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred Expertise

• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Development
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• Cost Analysis
• Data Analytics
• Project Management
• Trade Compliance
• Stakeholder Management

Why Join SKF?

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping SKF's regionalization strategy across the USMCA region. You will partner with global and regional stakeholders to build a stronger supplier network, improve supply chain competitiveness, and contribute directly to long-term business growth.