Purchasing Buyer

Responsible for a group of Sub-Categories for Auxiliaries & Services Transportation, Marketing, IT and HR for USA and Mexico;
Working in a cross functional Team with the Global Purchasing Dept, Local Operations, Quality and Logistic;
Responsible for developing and implementing the purchasing strategy on Auxiliaries & Services to maximize the company's results;
Responsible for developing and designing a proper supplier base in USA in accordance with the guidelines of the Auxiliary & Services Coordinator and the Global Commodity Manager, in terms of cost competitiveness, quality, service & innovation;
Responsible to identify risks and opportunities involved in each sourcing process
Reports to the Plant Auxiliary & Services Coordinator
Professional Qualifications & experience

In-depth experience of Purchasing, at least 3 years, in a multi-country environment and complex Purchasing Organizations
Beneficial to have experience in handling Transportation with the understanding of a 3PL, 4PL, inbound / outbound freight, TMS, fleet management & warehousing
Good knowledge and understanding of Purchasing best practice. Experience in Automotive Companies.
Ability to work in a truly global organization. Proven experience of working in a fast-moving and result driven environment which demands to work under pressure most of the time.
Education / Languages

Degree qualified preferably in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Business or other relevant discipline.
Knowledge of other languages is desirable.
Personal attributes

Entrepreneurial skills in terms of innovation and problem solving
Ability to build relationship both with supply base, external and internal customers
Tenacity, tough-mindedness
Ability to demonstrate strong commitment and team working abilities
Strong level of autonomy
Results-driven
High level of negotiation, influencing and communication skills

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