🚀 NEW OPPORTUNITY – Head of Purchasing North America for multimillion rapidly expanding company
📍 Location: Querétaro, Mexico (Hybrid – 10 minutes from central Querétaro)
🏠Industry: Automotive Tier 1 Supplier
đź’Ľ Type: Full-time | Strategic Leadership Role
About the Client and role
* Join a rapidly growing Tier 1 automotive supplier that’s investing in the future of mobility with a brand-new greenfield site in Querétaro, Mexico. With confirmed new business and strong expansion plans across North America, this is your chance to be part of a company that combines innovation, stability, and an outstanding people-first culture.
* Our client is known for its work-life balance, open communication, and collaborative environment - a place where professionals thrive and careers accelerate.
* As Head of Purchasing North America, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the purchasing strategy for both Mexico and the U.S. operations. You will oversee all aspects of purchasing - from strategic sourcing and supplier development to operational procurement and new program launches.
* This is a hands-on, high-impact leadership role where you’ll be empowered to build and develop a local supplier base, lead negotiations, and support new business acquisitions as the company continues its rapid expansion.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute the purchasing strategy for North America (Mexico & USA).
* Establish and manage a local supplier base for key commodities- e.g. plastics
* Lead supplier negotiations, performance management, and cost optimization initiatives.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and program management to support new product launches and business development.
* Ensure alignment with global purchasing and corporate strategy.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Automotive Tier 1 background with proven experience in strategic purchasing.
* Solid understanding of mechanical commodities (plastics and/or metals).
* Experience in supplier quality management is a plus.
* Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
* A communicative, energetic, and passionate leader who thrives in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
* Fluent English required; additional languages are a plus.
Why Join Us
* Be part of an exciting greenfield project shaping the company’s North American footprint.
* Work in a people-centered culture that values growth, collaboration, and balance.
* Lead a strategic function with a broad scope of influence and visibility to global leadership.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your purchasing career and lead a high-impact function within a fast-growing Tier 1 automotive supplier, we’d love to hear from you!
đź“© Apply now and help shape the future of automotive excellence in North America.
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