Commodity Buyer

Services

Together, we move the world—we've been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility.

MAHLE generated sales of €11.7 billion in 2024. Employing just under 68,000 people at 135 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2024). Join our MAHLE team #StrongerTogether

Job Location - Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila.

Your Contribution:

The primary purpose of the position is to coordinate the implementation of savings projects by strategically identifying and performing critical thinking for long term strategic sourcing solutions. The position will also identify supply risks or market trends and perform negotiation and strategy tactics to secure sustainable sources for future development projects.

The Commodity Buyer will play an important role in define and execute a purchasing strategy for the commodity he/she is responsible. Ensuring best pricing, quality and delivery performance on a supplier with a long-term business relationship.

Responsibilities will include the negotiation of best sourcing option, follow the commodity strategy and keep good and productive teamwork with the cross functional team.

• Address supplier gaps that affect future development products.
• Manage and coordinate supplier changes for strategic sourcing or distressed suppliers.
• Supporting Commodity Buyers with development of commodity strategy formulation and execution.
• Responsible for cost reduction initiatives and support of PPV report.
• Communicate and coordinate supplier issues with MAHLE Purchasing Team.
• Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates per the commodity.
• Have at all times updated and accurate information in JIRA and Jaggaer / SAP systems.
• Position includes up to 25% domestic and international travel.

Your Experience & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3+ years of relevant purchasing experience or equivalent role, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Specialized skills in negotiation, financial cost analysis and market analysis.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications required.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (stamping, injection molding, casting) required.
• Strong aptitude in Microsoft Office applications, such as Microsoft Excel required.
• Must be fluent in English, including presentation delivery, with demonstrated experience with supplier relationships, in-depth knowledge of contract negotiations and product development.

Our Offer:

We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities, attractive salary & extensive personal benefits. We encourage you to apply even if you don´t meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be, a screening call followed by Personal Interview(s).

TeamMAHLE is diverse, and we see that as a great advantage We welcome applications with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and identities.

Do you have any questions?

MX

Facts about the job

Entry level: Experienced hires

Part- / Full-time: Full Time

Functional area: Purchasing

Department: Services

Location:
Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, MX

Company: MAHLE Shar.Serv. (MX)

Closing date for applications

Don't waste any time, apply while the position is online.

Your future at MAHLE

As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend-setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally-friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality? Then MAHLE is the right address for you.

Shape the future with us.

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