Operational Buyer

**Job Summary**

Skf is seeking an experienced Operational Buyer to join our Vehicle Aftermarket team in Latin America. As a key member of our purchasing team, you will be responsible for streamlining our purchasing processes, strengthening collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and driving local purchasing activities.

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Provide market data and information to global category managers to enhance our supplier base and procurement capabilities.
• Open new suppliers and update/maintain supplier contracts, Bill of Materials changes, etc., in the Material Requirements Planning systems.
• Support the Request for Quotation process by working together with Product Managers and Category Managers.
• Review purchase requisitions and identify sources of supply for spot buys.
• Manage Vehicle Aftermarket sourcing projects when delegated by the Global Category Manager.
• Support the Purchasing Business Plan, Forecasts, and Standard Cost Calculation.
• Actively contribute to and facilitate collaboration between the purchasing and supply chain planning teams.

**Requirements:**

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations Management, Industrial Engineer, Business, or similar.

**About Skf:**

Skf is a leading global supplier of bearings, seals, and lubrication systems. We are driven by a purpose to create a better future for our customers and the environment. Our Vehicle Aftermarket team serves the global market with high-quality products and premium services for cars and commercial vehicles.