Direct Materials Buyer
Location: SKF Monterrey Plant, Guadalupe, Nuevo León, Mexico
Work Arrangement: on-site
Business Unit: Industrial
Department: Purchasing, Direct Materials
Reports to: Purchasing Manager
Travel Requirement: Approximately 20% to 25%

About the Role
SKF is looking for a proactive and analytical Direct Materials Buyer to join our Purchasing team at the Monterrey Plant in Guadalupe, Nuevo León.
In this role, you will manage the operational purchasing activities for assigned direct material categories, support the implementation of local, regional, and general sourcing strategies, and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers. You will be responsible for supplier negotiations, cost analysis, contract implementation, sourcing projects, supplier performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position requires autonomy, strong analytical capabilities, advanced negotiation skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a multicultural and cross-functional environment.



The role supports both internal and external customers and offers a potential development path toward a management position.

Key Responsibilities

Manage purchasing activities for assigned direct material categories in accordance with SKF purchasing strategies, policies, and established frameworks.
Review purchase requisitions and identify appropriate sources of supply for operational and spot-buying requirements.
Negotiate commercial conditions and execute supplier agreements within the assigned level of authority.
Select suppliers and contracts based on purchasing strategies, operational requirements, cost competitiveness, quality, delivery, and applicable procedures.
Advise internal stakeholders throughout the purchasing cycle, including the evaluation of cost-effective alternatives and the resolution of purchasing-related issues.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal users to resolve commercial, operational, quality, and supply-related conflicts.
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