Project Buyer

Job Opportunity: Project Buyer (Automotive/Plastics) Location: Puebla | Language Requirement: Fluent English Experience Level: 5 Years | Education: Engineering, Science, or Business with Purchasing Specialization Your Mission As a Project Buyer , you’ll play a key role in delivering successful product launches by driving all purchasing activities for complex automotive or plastic-related projects. You will ensure supplier performance in terms of Quality, Cost, and Timing (QCT) while managing budgets, coordinating stakeholders, and contributing to project excellence. ️ What You’ll Do Strategic Purchasing & Sourcing Lead all purchasing activities for assigned projects (excluding CAPEX). Collaborate with lead buyers to develop a strategic supplier shortlist. Drive RFQs, negotiate contracts, and lead the sourcing recommendation process. Ensure alignment with quality, cost, and timeline objectives. Project Management Define the purchasing scope of work including development budgets and resources. Track milestones and project KPIs (PPAP on-time, tier 2 readiness, cash flow impact). Manage risk, identify improvement opportunities, and lead supplier task forces when necessary. Supplier Coordination Monitor supplier readiness and ensure a “non-event” launch. Work closely with Supplier Quality teams to resolve roadblocks. Oversee tier 2 readiness and lead purchasing deep dive reviews. Operational Excellence Oversee purchase requests, orders, and supplier payment schedules. Maintain updated project databases and follow purchasing procedures. Ensure efficient handover to commodity/country buyers at project close. Budget & Performance Validate and manage project purchasing budgets (hours & costs). Analyze variances and implement corrective action plans. Contribute to cash management and continuous improvement workshops. ✅ What You Bring Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Business with a Purchasing specialization. Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing within the automotive or plastics industry. Strong background in project management and supplier coordination. Technical Expertise Advanced negotiation skills. Solid knowledge of purchasing processes, commercial & corporate law. Understanding of logistics, incoterms, VMI, and finance principles. Experience with tools such as OPTIMAP and working within global supplier environments. Behavioral Skills Strong leadership and communication skills. Results-driven with a hands-on and structured approach. Team-oriented mindset with a customer-first attitude. Ability to perform under pressure and manage crises effectively. Key Performance Indicators Supplier performance in QCT. PPAP and tier 2 readiness compliance. Budget adherence (hours & costs). Contribution to project cash in/cash out. Achievement of project deliverables and milestones. Why Join Us? This is a high-impact role where your decisions shape the success of critical product launches. You’ll work in a dynamic international environment, be part of a passionate team, and play a pivotal role in supplier performance and project success.

Location: Puebla, MX

Posted Date: 5/15/2025