Category Buyer

Category Buyer

Our Category Buyer will be responsible for key activities including direct material procurement, supplier quoting and selection, driving cost savings initiatives, generating purchase orders, and providing general sales support.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with suppliers
• Identify and pursue savings opportunities and strategic projects:
  • Material cost analysis
  • Supply chain evaluations
  • Economic trend and industry factor assessments
• Meet defined savings goals
• Improve commercial terms such as:
  • Payment terms
  • Payment upon receipt
  • Monthly payment options
  • Incoterms
  • Title transfers
• Ensure supplier selection process is completed in a timely manner
• Collaborate in the coordination/support of business transfers between Aptiv plants
• Prevent supplier delivery disruptions related to:
  • Tool movements
  • Supplier relocations
  • Supplier replacements
• Maintain and update various reports and presentations (supplier data, category status, etc.)
• Comply with Aptiv's purchasing policies and procedures and maintain cross-functional collaboration
• Supervise a Buyer Assistant (when applicable)
• Conduct supplier workshops

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience:

• University degree in Commercial, Engineering, or Supply Chain-related fields
• 2 to 3 years of experience in a similar purchasing or procurement role

Skills:

• Proven experience in:
  • Strategic purchasing
  • Supplier negotiation
  • Problem-solving
  • Prioritizing multiple tasks
  • Program and project management
• Proficiency in:
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • SAP or equivalent ERP systems
• Strong teamwork and communication skills (Spanish & English)

Aptiv Rewards and Advantages

• Competitive compensation with bonus potential
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discounts with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition programs for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to contribute to the community
• Meaningful work that makes a difference
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off (vacation, parental leave, etc.)

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Client-provided location(s): El Paso, TX

Job ID: Aptiv-J000684446

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-07-29T13:04:06