It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

As part of the Materials Team, the Direct Buyer is a key pillar to the supply chain procurement as well as the main point between suppliers and internal customers such as Production, Customer Service, etc. In this role, you will have daily interaction with suppliers, warehouse, intercompany sites, Quality and Production while procuring raw materials for a scheduled production program, as well as offering solution to invoice, receiving and system issues that might come up in the Planning process.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of Freight Services-Wabtec de Mexico you will report to the Materials Manager on site and you will be responsible for:

• Ensure material availability for production.

• Have daily communication with suppliers to confirm shipments are done on time and when requested.

• Follow up in-transit materials, together with Logistics team, in order to import them from Laredo or overseas with the proper documentation required.

• Keep healthy inventory levels not putting in risk customers’ deliveries.

• Work with Accounts Payable team to in case information or documents are need to pay suppliers on time.

• Do periodic updates and maintenance to Oracle system to every part number to confirm the planning methods used (MRP Planning, Min-Max) has the correct setup and avoid incorrect planning parameters (LT, source, etc.).

• Complete on time Operational Excellence activities as part of the plant Materials KPIs.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or similar or the 80% credits completed.

• 1 to 3 year of experience in Purchasing and/or Planning Area

• MRP and ERP system knowledge (Oracle desired)

• Solid Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

• Ability to prioritize activities

• Use of analytical skills and data analyze

• Desire of processes’ improvements

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills

• Intermediate English desired

What will your typical day look like?

• Inventory levels revision.

• Follow up meetings with Production and USA Wabtec team.

• Review current coverage of part numbers according to the planning method used.

• Provide shipment priorities to suppliers.

• Communication with suppliers (external and intercompany).

• Open POs and In-transit follow up.

• Follow up receipt and payment issues with Warehouse and Accounts Payable.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.