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PURCHASING ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Main Missions Is responsible with his team for timely supply with raw materials, purchased parts and transport & logistic services at competitive cost and specified quality Supervises the development of regional commodity strategies and the implementation of global commodity strategies in the region to create competitive advantage Drives purchasing budget and savings process in the region Is responsible for compliance with OP purchasing procedures and all other relevant compliance rules within his perimeter Fosters innovation in his perimeter (e.g. introduction of new purchasing tools, making innovations from the supply base accessible for OP) Drives for his perimeter the implementation of supply chain decarbonization targets in line with OP carbon roadmap Responsibilities Supplier Negotiations and Escalations Coaches his team in the preparation and execution of negotiations and escalations with suppliers Conducts supplier negotiations and manages the escalation process with suppliers personally when necessary Commodity Strategy and Supplier Panel Management Regularly reviews commodity strategies with Commodity Buyers to ensure that they meet the needs of the business Leads the sourcing committee for regional commodities to ensure that supplier nominations are in line with commodity strategies Approves new suppliers according to the supplier panel criteria of OP, commodity strategies and business needs Purchasing Budget and Savings Process / Squeeze Management Collaborates with Purchasing Controlling, regional Purchasing Director, Division Purchasing VP and Business Unit Management to develop the purchasing budget Breaks down the purchasing budget to the level of buyers Regularly reviews the status of savings implementation and identifies corrective actions to close gaps to budget Collaborates with Sales Directors to optimize the margin situation Team Management Continually develops his organization by recruiting and developing talent Ensures that OP HR processes (e.g. performance review, development review, salary review) are properly executed within his perimeter Identifies and addresses training needs in his organization Must comply with all safety rules and OP / local regulations Desired Profile Master’s degree preferred (BA or Engineering) Minimum 8 years of experience in purchasing in an industrial environment Minimum 5 years experience in automotive industry Negotiation skills Good understanding of product technical aspects and production Financial knowledge Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment Ability to create robust relationships and to inspire confidence Strong leadership and people development mindset Excellent written and oral skills Mastering 2 languages (English mandatory) Computer literate – (Microsoft office applications)





At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D; centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines general scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Purchasing associate director (Monterrey)
🏢 Op Mobility
📍 Monterrey