Shape Corp. Mexico is looking for a Sr. Buyer with solid automotive industry experience and a strong background in steel, stampings, metals, or complex direct materials. What you’ll do: ? Lead strategic sourcing activities and supplier selection through RFQs and comparative analysis. ? Manage supplier negotiations, cost analysis, benchmarking, and cost-reduction initiatives. ? Develop and maintain a competitive supplier base focused on cost, quality, innovation, and delivery. ? Support new product launches and engineering changes, ensuring supplier readiness for SOP. ? Identify and mitigate supply risks while supporting business continuity. ? Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Program Management teams. ? Manage key purchasing objectives including PPV and VAVE. What we’re looking for:
✅ 7+ years of Purchasing/Procurement experience ✅ Automotive industry background ✅ Experience with steel, stampings, metals, or complex direct materials ✅ Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Negotiation experience ✅ Cost Analysis, TCO, benchmarking & cost reduction experience ✅ Supplier Development & Risk Management ✅ APQP / PPAP / SOP knowledge ✅ Advanced English ✅ ERP/MRP experience, preferably Plex, SAP, or similar
• We’re looking for a proactive, strategic, and results-oriented professional who can independently manage commodities, take ownership, anticipate risks, and make data-driven decisions.
📌 Buyer Sr (México)
🏢 Shape
📍 México