Sr Buyer

Posted:
10/7/2025, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
São Paulo, Brazil

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy ⋅ Product

  • Support manage purchasing activities for new vehicle projects, ensuring QCD performance.
  • Support manage sourcing plans and supplier strategies together with line side.
  • Support manage project risks and implement mitigation plans.
  • Ensure milestone achievement and contract commitments.
  • Animate and manage the Project Buyers Team.
  • Report project indicators and QCD performance to GPPM.
  • On project scope.

Software Knowledge:

  • Deep understanding of automotive purchasing processes and supplier management.
  • Knowledge of QCD principles and performance tracking.
  • Familiarity with industrialization phases and vehicle development cycles.
  • Experience with tools such as ANPQP, ARC/ASC, and Design to Cost.
  • Understanding of global sourcing and localization strategies.

Project Management Skills

  • Strong planning and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage complex timelines and multiple stakeholders.
  • Risk management and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Experience in milestone tracking and contract management.
  • Project Management (e.g., PMP, Agile Methodoly or similar) – desirable.

Leadership & Communication

  • Ability to lead cross-functional and multicultural teams.
  • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • Capacity to influence and align teams with strategic goals.
  • Clear and effective communication with internal and external partners.
  • Analytical & Strategic Thinking
  • Data-driven decision-making.
  • Strategic mindset to align purchasing with business goals.
  • Ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive innovation.

Experience:

  • Significant experience, in project management and purchasing, preferably in the automotive industry
  • Knowledge of Design to Cost, Cost Campaign, and Monozukuri methodologies.
  • Familiarity with QCD tools and automotive sourcing processes.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related fields.
  • Master’s degree is a plus.

Languages:

  • Fluent English
  • Spanish would be considered a plus

Location:

  • São Paulo or Resende

Work Type:

  • Hybrid
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