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Category Buyer

AT Aptiv
Aptiv

Category Buyer

El Paso, TX

Category Buyer

Job Summary

  • Direct material Purchase. Quote, selection and final recommendation of suppliers. Generate savings to meet the goals established by Aptiv. Purchase order management. General commercial support.

Skills:

  • University degree in commercial, engineering or value chain-related areas.
  • English at a level of 80%.
  • Mandatory experience: Purchasing (2 - 3 years)
  • Negotiation with suppliers
  • Troubleshooting
  • Prioritize activities and assignments
  • Program Management skills
  • Skills and knowledge in Microsoft office:
  • Excel, Word and Power point
  • SAP
  • Visa (prefer)

Your role:

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  • Negotiation with suppliers
  • Search for savings opportunities and projects.
  • Materials analysis.
  • Supply chain analysis.
  • Economic factors in the industry analysis
  • Achieve savings goals.
  • Improve commercial terms such as:
  • Payment terms.
  • Receipt Payments.
  • Monthly payments.
  • Incoterm.
  • Transfer titles, etc.
  • Location within the region.
  • Timely supplier selection process.
  • Coordinate/Support business transfers between Aptiv plants.
  • Prevent interruptions in supplier deliveries.
  • Tool movements.
  • Supplier location changes.
  • Suppliers changes
  • Update multiple reports and presentations (supplier, Category, etc.).
  • Comply with purchasing policies and procedures and in their interactions with other areas.
  • Supervise a buyer assistant (when applicable)
  • Any other activity related to my position.

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Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Client-provided location(s): Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico
Job ID: Aptiv-J000675515
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Pet Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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