Job description
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Automotive Buyer to join our team in Morocco. As an integral part of our procurement team, you will be responsible for managing the sourcing and procurement of materials, supplies, and services within the automotive sector.
Main Responsibilities:
- Lead procurement activities, including negotiating with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and favorable terms for required products and services.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent supply and high-quality materials.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand material requirements and develop procurement strategies accordingly.
- Ensure procurement processes comply with company policies and regulations.
- Analyze market trends and conduct cost analysis to identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
- Handle urgent requests efficiently and prioritize tasks to meet changing business needs.
Profile Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or related disciplines within the automotive sector.
- Fluency in English.
- Proven negotiation skills and ability to secure favorable terms from suppliers.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects and take ownership of procurement initiatives.
- Comfort in interfacing with all levels of management and ability to provide clear and concise reporting.
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work and problem-solving.
- Flexibility to adapt to urgent requests and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with aftermarket/program/material purchasing and sourcing strategies.
- Familiarity with quality and logistics performance management.
- Strong problem-solving skills, especially in supply chain situations.
Who are we?
Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7500 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:
Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!
Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!
Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.
As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.
We look forward to meeting you!