Strategic Buyer

Posted:
5/13/2026, 8:02:01 AM

Location(s):
Nuevo León, Mexico

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

Daimler Truck AG group is the leader in the global automotive industry with more than 120 years of experience in 200 countries.
Our people reflect the company values: Passion, Respect, Integrity and Discipline; we are looking for engaged individuals to join this diverse group, which manages ever-changing challenges.

Daimler Truck, grupo líder y pionero a nivel mundial en la industria automotriz con más de 120 años y presencia en más de 200 países. En México cuenta con las divisiones de: Daimler Truck, Daimler Truck Buses y Daimler Truck Financial Services.
En nuestra gente podemos reflejar nuestros valores corporativos:
Pasión, Respeto, Integridad y Disciplina y estamos buscando personas altamente comprometidas para unirse al grupo en un ambiente de diversidad y retos constantes.

Objetivo de la posición: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, leading supplier negotiations, cost optimization initiatives, risk mitigation, and long-term partnerships to support DTNA operational, financial, and strategic objectives.

Requerimientos Indispensables (Los candidatos que no cumplan con estos requerimientos podrán ser descartados):

  • Cost analysis
  • Supplier negotiations
  • Contract management
  • RFQ management
  • Commodity management
  • Nivel de inglés: B2-C1

Soft Skills:

1. -Analysis and problem solving

2. -Conflict management

3. -Effective communication

4. -Planning and organization

5. -Strategic thinking

Escolaridad:

Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

En Daimler Truck nos une el mismo propósito “Trabajar para quienes mantienen al mundo en movimiento”. Esto nos motiva a perseguir nuestro objetivo común: liderar el transporte sostenible. Sin embargo, nuestro impacto como empresa de transporte global depende completamente del impacto de cada persona en Daimler Truck. Es por eso que nos aseguramos de que nuestra gente esté empoderada y capacitada para mostrar todo su potencial.

Descripción de Actividades:

  •  Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, including supplier negotiations, LTA management, cost optimization initiatives, and supply continuity planning.
  • Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers related to pricing, tariffs, raw material indexes, and long-term strategic agreements.
  • Manage supplier relationships and strategic partnerships to support operational, financial, quality, and program objectives.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Finance to support sourcing decisions, risk mitigation, and product launches.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Finance to support sourcing decisions, risk mitigation, and product launches. Drive continuous improvement, VAVE, and cost reduction initiatives while maintaining supply stability and competitive market positioning
  • Support supplier performance management, capacity reviews, escalation management, and supply risk mitigation activities.
  • Evaluate sourcing alternatives, market conditions, supplier capabilities, and commercial opportunities to support strategic purchasing decisions.
  • Lead or support RFQs, resourcing activities, benchmarking exercises, and contract execution processes.

Work Location Opportunity


Daimler Trucks AG is firmly committed to developing a work environment that supports empowerment and inclusion for our current and future employees. We recognize that our ability to adapt will enable us to compete for a broader range of talent. Additionally, our business and the people who work within it will be successful and profitable if we remain agile and flexible in our approach to work.  

To continue to build a great place to work for all, we are committed to a culture that supports flexibility and encourages a positive working environment that achieves the needs of our business and employees.
 

Diversity allows us to employ people with different experiences, abilities and points of view, and that is what enhances our culture and brings us to the forefront among the top global companies.

At Daimler, we value the diversity between our employees.

In order to enrich the culture, Daimler acknowledges the importance of including people with different points of view and lifestyles into our company. When we select our talent, we focus on abilities; we don’t discriminate based on ethnicity, nationality, gender, race, age, disability, social condition, health, religion, immigrant status, opinions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, university or appearance.

Exceed your expectations and get ready to be part of our team!


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