Job Information
GKN Aerospace Buyer (Site) in Chihuahua, Mexico
Job Summary
Accountable for local commercial management and assigned non-strategic sourcing for the geographical area under his / her responsibility
Buyer geographical area normally a defined scope within a larger site or a smaller site
Responsible for in-contract modifications, minor transfers or new products; ensuring that products are sourced at competitive prices in line with aerospace commodity strategy
Management of supplier delivery for parts sourced as modifications, transfers or new products until FAI is achieved.
Job Responsibilities
Buyer geographical area normally a smaller site or a defined scope within a larger site
Responsible for reporting procurement activity and site reviews for the geographical area under his / her responsibility. Responsible for the geographical area interface between programme and commodity management for new sourcing and change programmes in line with the group commodity strategy
Support commodity managers for the geographic region supplier selection RFQ / RFP with the use of E-Sourcing tools
Support parts / supplier transfers and industrialisation (Major transfers)
Responsible for parts / supplier transfers and industrialisation (Minor transfers) through to FAI
Drive implementation of global / regional agreements within geographic area
Responsible for the transfer of parts from PO to Schedule including the negotiation of moving from Schedule to consignment / DLF etc
Responsible for all PO demands placed upon suppliers to ensure that Key Objectives of cost, quality and delivery are secured
Responsible for site procurement change control, export control and ITAR
Responsible for the delivery / maintenance / Integrity of site BOM
Responsible for ensuring item / contract data is updated and maintained
Responsible for the flow down of enabled customer materials, pricing and skyline forecasts to Suppliers
Responsible for developing and supporting site cost reduction opportunities and supplier development plans in-line with business requirements.
Responsible for supplier risk including use of rate readiness templates and awareness of Dunn & Bradstreet for financials
Responsible for Managing Raw Material Inventory levels for Purchase Order parts in line with programme targets and start dates.
Responsible for the resolution of Invoice queries related to pricing
Be an escalation point for any cost / contractual issues with Suppliers working with Senior Buyers and commodity management where further escalation is required.
Job Qualifications
? Education
Bachelor’s degree in:
Business Administration
Supply Chain Management
Finance
Economics
? Experience
1–5+ years in:
Purchasing or procurement
Inventory management
Supply chain or logistics
Experience with:
Vendor negotiations
Purchase orders and contracts
Cost analysis and budgeting
? Technical Skills
Proficiency in:
Microsoft Excel (data analysis, forecasting)
ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
Familiarity with:
Inventory management software
Procurement systems
Ability to:
Analyze pricing trends
Track orders and shipments
Manage supplier databases
Business & Analytical Skills
Strong negotiation and cost-control abilities
Market research and supplier evaluation
Budget management
Demand forecasting and planning
Understanding of supply chain processes
Soft Skills
Negotiation and persuasion
Communication with vendors and internal teams
Attention to detail
Problem-solving (e.g., supply delays, shortages)
Organization and time management
Certifications (Optional but Valuable)
CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management)
CPP (Certified Purchasing Professional)
APICS/ASCM certifications (e.g., CPIM)