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Sourcing Site Leader

4 days ago Cuautitlán, Mexico

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Sourcing Site Leader.

What you'll do:

Job Summary:

Drives cost out projects and events to result in savings to the bottom line. Assure materials are procured at the lowest total cost, per specification, in a timely manner. Evaluates procurement methods and applies most effective negotiating techniques based on the situation. Works with other department process owners to identify and prioritize opportunities to improve productivity, cost, quality and service. Manage and analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement.

The position is reponsible to work in all commodities in Direct and Indirect spend.

This position is also responsible to support Sourcing/Procurement activities on VAVE projects

Job Responsibilities:

  • Support Eaton's Sourcing initiatives driving results measured by lower material costs, responsive supplier performance, process and service improvements, and resultant productivity throughout the supply chain.
  • Lead the supplier market analysis and ensure supplier qualification for RFQ's
  • Facilitate and execute cost reduction projects.
  • Lead negotiations for site-specific projects.
  • Evaluate cost reduction projects which are developed by colleagues.
  • Assist other department process owners (Engineering, Production, Operations, and Finance) in identifying and prioritizing opportunities to improve productivity, cost, quality and service throughout the external supply chain.
  • Assure that materials are procured at the lowest total cost, per specifications, in an efficient manner and delivered on time.
  • Evaluates procurement methods and recommends/implements new procedures, strategies, and /or suppliers.
  • Led Cost-Out events.

Key Performance metrics include but are not limited to:
+ Achieve Sourcing Savings and cost competiveness goals
+ Supplier On Time Delivery
+ Supplier PPM Quality
+ Minimizing Material Inflation Impact and Tariff MItigation
+ Supplier Lead time
+ Resiliency metric for risk mitigation
+ Payment terms improvement and other responsiveness measures as appropriate.
Drives cost out projects to result in savings to the bottom line.
Manage and analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Ensure compliance to all purchasing policies and exhibit excellent Ethical behavior.

Qualifications:

Education Level Required:

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Preferred Qualifications: A Master in Business Administration, Finance or Productivity.

Years and Area of Experience Required:

  • 5 years of experience in Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain.
  • A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in project management.
  • Proven capabilites of leadership of project teams.

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Technical Knowledge:

  • Proficient in Project Management methodologies.
  • Knowledge of PPAP Validation processes
  • Negotiation skills
  • Knowledge of Manufacturing processes
  • Knowledge on legal contracts negotiations and risk management

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills are a must (both Spanish & English)
  • Team player and leadership skills
  • Organized, dynamic, proactive, team leadership & process driven but pragmatic
  • Able to achieve results via Influence
  • Analytical skills and business acumen
  • Must be able to achieve goals by working collaboratively and cross-functionally
  • Must be able to travel on business up to 10% of the time

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We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Client-provided location(s): Cuautitlán, Mexico
Job ID: Eaton-67833Cuautitlan
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-06-27T18:45:02

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)