Direct Buyer - Temporary

About the Position:

We are looking for a Direct Buyer – Temporary to join the Electronics System Purchasing team, reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager. This position is temporary (6 months) and is based at our office in Aguascalientes. As the Direct Buyer at Marelli, you will be responsible for procuring raw materials and components essential for production, managing supplier relationships, maintaining purchase orders, and ensuring the timely delivery of materials to meet production schedules.

Your Responsibilities will be:

• Supplier Management: Maintain strong, professional relationships with key vendors.
• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Develop and implement effective purchasing strategies to optimize cost savings and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers, focusing on favorable pricing, quality standards, and delivery commitments.
• Order Management: Issue and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in terms of specifications, delivery dates, and pricing.
• Market Research: Conduct ongoing market analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the supply chain.
• Inventory Control: Collaborate with the logistics and inventory teams to monitor stock levels and manage lead times to prevent production disruptions.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work with engineering, quality, and production teams to address material needs and resolve procurement issues.
• Performance Monitoring: Evaluate supplier performance regularly and initiate improvement or development plans as necessary.

What Qualifications you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to analyze market and industry trends.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Relevant experience in procurement, preferably in the automotive or electronics industry.

Other skills that we would welcome:

• Understanding of electronics and electronic systems, as well as industry standards and regulations.

Expectations from you in this position:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills, analytical thinking.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to address supply chain challenges and make strategic procurement decisions.
• Ability to work collaboratively within diverse, cross‑functional teams, including engineering, finance, quality assurance, and logistics.

What does this position offer you:

• Fast‑paced yet supportive and high‑performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.
• Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed.
• A hybrid work model, helping you to achieve work‑life balance – combining the best of remote focus time with purposeful co‑creation time in the office.