Indirect Procurement Buyer (Entry Level) ? Machines & Tools

Visteon is a technology
company that develops and builds innovative digital cockpit and electrification
products at the leading-edge of the mobility revolution. Founded in 2000,
Visteon brings decades of automotive intelligence combined with Silicon Valley
speed to apply global insights that help transform the software-defined vehicle
of the future for many of the world?s largest OEMs. The company employs 10,000
employees in 18 countries around the globe and generated $3.76 billion in sales
(USD) in 2022.

Mission of the Role: This role is responsible for supporting the procurement of
production equipment and indirect services within the automotive electronics
industry, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and delivery objectives across
all Americas operations, including Chihuahua, Reynosa, and Manaus plants, as
well as laboratories in Quertaro and the GLCC.

This role
plays a key part in supplier management, cost optimization, and ensuring
operational continuity, while strengthening procurement capabilities and
contributing to the achievement of regional business objectives.

Key Objectives of this Role:

       
Ensure timely and cost-effective
procurement of production equipment and indirect services.

       
Support supplier selection, evaluation,
and performance management.

       
Contribute to cost analysis and
continuous cost reduction initiatives.

       
Maintain strong supplier relationships
and effective communication channels.

       
Ensure purchasing processes are executed
in compliance with company procedures and best practices.

       
Identify and escalate supply risks that
may impact business operations.

       
Support alignment between local
procurement activities and regional strategies.

 

Key
Year One Deliverables:

       
Successfully manage and execute purchase
orders and order schedules with minimal errors.

       
Build a structured supplier database and
actively track supplier performance (quality, cost, delivery).

       
Deliver measurable cost-saving
opportunities through basic negotiation and market analysis.

       
Develop and implement tracking tools
(reports, dashboards) for procurement KPIs.

       
Establish strong working relationships
with key internal stakeholders and suppliers.

       
Demonstrate understanding and application
of procurement processes, policies, and tools.

       
Support at least one productivity or
cost-reduction initiative with clear business impact.

 

Qualification,
Experience and Skills:

       
Bachelor?s degree in Mechanical,
Electronic, Mechatronic, Software Engineering or a related field.

       
Basic knowledge of procurement,
purchasing, or supply chain principles.

       
At least 1 year of experience in
purchasing, procurement, supply chain, manufacturing operations or a related
field (internships or entry-level roles accepted).

       
Exposure to manufacturing environments
(automotive, electronics, or industrial sectors) is a plus.

       
Experience interacting with suppliers or
supporting sourcing activities is preferred.

 

 

Key
Behavioral Competency:

 

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Results Orientation

?       
Critical Thinking

?       
Resilience

?       
Competitive Drive

?       
Ownership Accountability

 

  Reporting
Structure: This role
reports directly to the Global Manager -Machines Tooling Indirect
Procurement

 

Visteon
Culture: If you thrive in a fast-paced, organizational culture that
requires agility, adaptability, and a growth mindset from its employees to
thrive and stay ahead of the curve Visteon is the place. We value high
performance and a drive for results. Innovation, risk-taking, and continuous
learning help us keep up with the ever-changing landscape of our industry and
be Market leaders. At Visteon you can be more. 

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