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BU PURCHASING COMMODITY PROFESSIONAL - (Puebla, MX)

@ OPmobility
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Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Lead purchasing, Drive sourcing, Manage budget
Requirements Summary:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain; 5+ years in purchasing, ideally in automotive/plastics; strong project management in an industrial setting; fluent in English.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Project management tools, Negotiation skills, Commercial law knowledge, Logistics knowledge, Risk management
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Job Description

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!



OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.



Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.



Program Buyer 


Profile & Qualifications



  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain, ideally with a specialization in Purchasing.

  • 5+ years of experience in purchasing, ideally within the automotive or plastics industry.

  • Strong knowledge of project management in an industrial environment.


Core Competencies



  • Solid understanding of purchasing strategies and supplier management.

  • Skilled in technical and commercial negotiations.

  • Good knowledge of commercial law and contractual frameworks.

  • Proficient in project management, including planning, risk control, and milestone follow‑up.

  • Understanding of finance & cash management (costing, cash flow impact, budgeting).

  • Knowledge in logistics (Consignment, VMI, Incoterms).

  • Ability to manage crisis situations with a calm and solution‑oriented approach.

  • Fluent in English (spoken & written).

  • Excellent communication skills, leadership, and a strong team-player mindset.


Key Responsibilities


Purchasing Leadership



  • Lead all purchasing activities related to the assigned program (excluding CAPEX).

  • Own the Quality, Cost, and Timing (Q/C/T) performance of free‑sourced suppliers for the project.

  • Drive the sourcing strategy in collaboration with the Lead Buyer.

  • Manage the project purchasing budget, including both hours and financial resources.


Supplier & Project Management



  • Manage and close purchase orders related to the project and ensure adherence to the payment schedule.

  • Guarantee a flawless launch with suppliers, ensuring no-impact events at SOP.

  • Ensure:

    • Gap-to-target follow‑up

    • On‑time PPAP

    • Tier‑2 supplier readiness

    • Accurate project hours tracking (status & forecast)

    • Contribution to cash‑in / cash‑out performance

    • Proper execution of work packages through OPTIMAP




What Makes This Role Exciting



  • Be at the center of strategic supplier decisions.

  • Drive purchasing performance in a fast-paced, innovative automotive environment.

  • Work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and program teams.

  • Influence key program outcomes and supplier partnerships.


As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.