BUYER
Acuna / México (MX-MEX), Mexico | BRAND: KB Rail de Mexico | REQUISITION ID: 9439 | JOB GRADE: 14 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: As a member company of Knorr-Bremse -the world’s leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles--New York Air Brake is recognized worldwide as a Center of Competence for heavy-haul freight railroad control systems. The buyer for direct material is responsible for ensuring that the Procurement organization selects the most appropriate production material suppliers on the bass of price, quality, delivery and service with a focus on establishing a reliable supply base that consistently meets or exceeds KBC business priorities and key performance indicators (KPI) for direct materials.
Prepare accurate and complete Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and subsequent market studies in a timely manner to support critical business need.
Accurately maintain all required part & supplier system data details for assigned direct material commodities and effectively manage and execute all supplier contracts.
Actively promote and champion the use of best practice to ensure compliance with the organizations policies and procedures.
Provide commercial advice and support to project management, Engineering, Supplier Quality and Operations Teams.
Maintain thorough records at all times in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Bachelor’s degree required, Business Administration or related
~ Possess or obtain all necessary paperwork for international travel
Technical Capacity: ERP System (SAP) along with the ability to read and understand technical materials for assigned commodities i.e. engineering drawings, material specifications, quality standards & requirements, etc.
Strong verbal and written communication skills100% Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
Vacation Premium
Major medical expenses
Christmas Bonus
Attendance Bonuses
Cafeteria Subsidy
Subsidy for prescription glasses
Medical service in plant