Gentherm

North America Category Direct Buyer

Job Location

Apodaca, Mexico

Job Description

We are Gentherm, a global automotive manufacturer that specializes in comfort and thermophysiology components, we are looking to strengthen our Monterrey plant with the integration of a Category Direct Buyer with a strong background on plastics and mechanical for automotive industry, here's what we are looking for: Here's what you need to have to become a part of Us!: • Degree in Engineering or related field • At least 5 years of experience in purchases of raw materials. • Solid experience in plastics and mechanical purchasing (as well as price variations, local & foreign suppliers) • SAP Knowledge • Core competences: Analytical, Negotiator, Team player, Self-driven, results oriented, continuous improvement mindset • Bilingual is a MUST (English / Spanish) Impact and opportunity You will drive strategies focused to purchase & negotiate products or services for the global wire harness category with local & foreign suppliers identifying the best option available in terms of quality, capacity, price & time to deliver in accordance to our processes. What will be your daily activities?: Elaborate quotations, supplier cost breakdowns and technical feasibility data from suppliers in order to determine their alignment with Company objectives. Lead cost saving projects with suppliers, as well as contract negotiations and development of new suppliers for plastics. Execute global / regional benchmarking activities to determine best in class suppliers Negotiate quarterly / semi annual plastics pricing based on regional index, market factors and global benchmark data. Manage and approve ECR for new or changed materials. Qualify new suppliers Conduct purchasing of materials independently and select supplier, as well as, second sources for the components out of an approved supplier list. Collaborate with engineering department for any technical validation of suppliers NICE TO KNOW TRAVEL: Occasional travel may be required, COMPETENCIES Delivery of Results: o Understand your team's mission and results to establish SMART goals and achieve them. Driving Change: o Focus on agility and commitment to continuous improvement to understand and act correctly on internal and external drivers of change. Ability to Create: o Foster a culture of learning, development, and support individual growth through continuous feedback to achieve personal and professional goals. Implementing Innovation: o Understand, create, implement, and openly support new and innovative ideas, processes, and technology that deliver business results. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. In order to best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. Gentherm is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship. Gentherm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Location: Apodaca, Nuevo León, MX

Posted Date: 7/3/2025
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July 3, 2025
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