About the companydanieli group, a worldwide leader company which has produced and exported top level technology and innovation worldwide in the metal industry for more than 100 years, is looking for an experienced buyer pii - senior to join our growing team! Danieli group ranks amongst the three largest suppliers of equipment and plants to the metals industry worldwide.danieli mexico is the mexican branch of danieli, which headquarters are based in italy. Danieli exports its output worldwide with the main goal to provide innovative and /"production-cost winner/" plants and to maximize benefits to customers. Danieli main objective is constant technological improvement, and it is recognized as one of the most innovative and reliable companies in the metals industry. We are looking for dynamic people with an open mentality, competent and motivated, who are interested in developing their skills and potential through specialized targeted training and development courses.about the rolewe are seeking an experienced buyer pii - senior with a background in the steel or metallurgical industry to lead the strategy and execution of procurement activities for materials, critical spare parts, industrial equipment, and specialized technical services. This role is essential to ensuring the timely supply of mechanical components, electrical systems, automation equipment, steel structures, and technical services associated with steel plant projects and maintenance operations, while maintaining cost competitiveness, technical compliance, and operational continuity. The buyer will be responsible for purchasing individual mechanical machining components or sub-assemblies.responsibilities:- manage the full procurement cycle for industrial equipment, critical spare parts, consumables, and specialized technical services. - develop sourcing strategies for steel plant projects, shutdowns, and major maintenance activities. - negotiate technical and commercial contracts with machinery manufacturers, specialized workshops, system integrators, and international suppliers. - review and analyze technical specifications (drawings, datasheets, boms) in coordination with engineering and maintenance teams. - evaluate and develop strategic suppliers within the steel industry, ensuring quality, compliance, and technical support. - manage domestic and international procurement of components such as industrial bearings, motors, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, instrumentation, and automation equipment. - coordinate with logistics for the importation of heavy equipment and oversized cargo. - monitor kpis focused on cost savings, on-time delivery for projects, downtime reduction, and optimization of critical spare parts inventory. - identify supply chain risks (steel market volatility, industrial components, manufacturing lead times) and develop mitigation plans. - participate in technical bidding processes and techno-commercial proposal evaluations. - selection of suppliers to be involved, taking into account the project's contractual constraints. - sending technical specifications to suppliers. - technical and commercial analysis of the offers received. - negotiation of purchase contracts. - finalization of commercial negotiations and placement of purchase orders. - monitoring of supplier performance.qualifications:- bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, business administration, or related field. - minimum 5 years of procurement experience within the steel, metallurgical, or heavy manufacturing industry.required skills:- experience in purchasing industrial machinery, critical spare parts, and specialized technical services. - ability to read and interpret technical drawings and industrial specifications. - experience negotiating with national and international industrial suppliers. - advanced english proficiency (technical and commercial negotiation).if you're ready to grow in a global and innovative industrial company, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or share this opportunity with your network!