Sr Indirect Buyer

Is responsible for all operational and strategic purchasing activities within the given sub-commodities while delivering cost savings and ensuring compliance with overall YFAI objectives, strategies and BOS procedures. • Is responsible for the management of all suppliers within the sub-commodity group Internal Essential functions of the job and specific requirements: • Guarantee compliance with BOS, PLUS, POS, SOX procedure for all Team / Group Members Indirect Purchasing: • Participate in developing and implementing Commodity Strategies - Indirect Goods & Services, Tooling, Machinery and Equipment (TME) and Logistics. • Support appropriate purchase-to-pay (PTP) processes • Support to implement strategies and actions to reduce and consolidate suppliers, in line with agreed targets • Support implementation of Global Commodity strategies • Support proactive cooperation with other regions in order to leverage volumes and common supplier sourcing • Implement strategies and actions to achieve FY (Fiscal Year) cost reduction goals, including PO-to-PO (Purchasing Order) reductions and rebates • Support accurate and timely reporting of key measurables • Improve working capital through optimum payment terms • Implementation and continuous improvement of standardization activities • Support operations in continuous improvement opportunities and projects • Customer Service to our operations facilities for all Indirect purchasing needs Additional Responsibilities: Oversee all Program Purchasing activities and execute decisions in line with customer demands and commodity strategies. • Manage the Suppliers within the assigned programs throughout program life (Request for Quotes RFQ, change management, contract negotiations, payment queries, dispute resolutions etc.) • Perform cost analysis on goods purchased through competitive bidding, and/or cost breakdown analysis. • Purchase goods, materials, and services that meet or exceed the cost, quality, and delivery targets. • Utilize strategic sourcing practices to select best value suppliers and execute sourcing as specified by internal processes. • Prepare purchase orders in line with final negotiations with selected suppliers and in line with program targets and requirements. • Communicate and work to mitigate any supply problems which may impact our business operations. • Guarantee compliance with internal systems such as YF IOS, PMP, etc. to meet audit requirements. • Support of make or buy decisions. • Support materials best practices activities (incl. VA/VE and Kaizen). • Actively seel and implement opportunities for cost reductions, quality improvements, and speed of delivery with suppliers for the overall benefit of the company and our customers. • Lead discussions with suppliers on changes to product, processes or cost that will affect the agreement or relationship. Required Qualifications (Experience Level, Skills, Knowledge) 5-7 Minimum Years of Experience within the industry, automotive or commodity real Knowledge of purchasing systems and procedures. • Practice good communication, negotiation, interpersonal, and influencing skills. • Planning, negotiations, and contract management experience. • Practice technical knowledge of Purchasing and ERP systems. • Able to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks. • Able to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situations well. • Manage and maintain required documentation. • Practice goof project management skills

Location: Ramos Arizpe, MX

Posted Date: 4/26/2025