Snr Commodity Buyer

Who we are?

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers worldwide. Through our four business groups, DRiV, Monroe Ride Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain. Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

Are you ready to join a global automotive organization and boost your career?

We are hiring a Senior Buyer based in Celaya, Guanajuato (Plant located at Ciudad industrial Celaya).

What will make you successful?

•         Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or Technical discipline.

•         Minimum 2-5 years of experience as a strategic commodity buyer in Automotive Industry.

•         Availability to travel (USA).

•         Corporate or divisional supply chain management exposure.

•         Demonstrated cross-functional experience in purchasing and contract negotiations.

•         Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), including the ability to communicate across various organizational levels.

•         Must be fluent in English.

•         Demonstrated ability to champion change and implement strategies to meet goals.

•         Strong team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams.

•         General purchasing systems experience, as well as adequate spreadsheet/Word/PowerPoint skills.

•         Functional understanding of BOM's, MRP, IATF 16949 & related automotive industry practices and standards.

•         Ability to interpret and communicate engineering drawings and specifications.

•         Technical familiarity with a range of materials and processes.

•         Customer service oriented; responsive to needs of internal customers & suppliers.

•         Availability to work from home at the beginning / In the coming months this person will work with mixed hybrid office/home or even office full time.

•         Experience in at least one or more of the following categories a plus: carbon and spring steel, plastic components, casting/forgings, and fasteners.

•         Experience using SAP.

Soft Skills:

• Problem Solving Skills.
• Well organized.
• Strong written and verbal / interpersonal communication skills.
• Negotiation Skills.
• Teamwork.
• Time management.

What we offer?

We want to make you feel welcomed, challenged, and inspired. So, we’ve carefully put together a blend of benefits meant to boost your health and well-being, to ensure your personal and professional growth and your integration in a pleasant day-to-day working environment.

What can you expect next?

Our team is ready to act immediately on those candidates who are the best fit for the role. You’ll first hear from someone in Talent Acquisition to schedule a phone screen, and then the next step will be a personal interview with our Hiring Manager. We pride ourselves on moving through processes quickly, and you can be sure of transparency and prompt communication throughout.