Gerente Experto de Compras

About the role

The Expert Purchasing Manager will lead the Supplier Development Plan (SDP) across all phases, ensuring suppliers meet Bosch audit standards and are ready for production ramp‑up. This role requires close interaction with senior leadership, including the CEO, and hands‑on engagement on the shop floor.

Key responsibilities

• Execute the SDP through Scouting, Assessment (ISSA, SDA, P1), Development, and Sustainability Confirmation.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams (PPV, PQT, PUQ, GS/PEX) for supplier assessments and development activities.
• Drive corrective actions and continuous‑improvement plans at supplier sites based on assessment outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with Bosch audit standards such as VDA6.3, CQI audits, and P‑FMEA.
• Oversee supplier ramp‑up, SOP readiness, and report progress while escalating issues as needed.

Required profile

• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and value‑stream analysis.
• Proven project‑management capability for multi‑phase development projects.
• Strong analytical skills for root‑cause analysis, risk assessment, and gap identification.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication, including interaction with senior executives.
• Ability to adapt development programs to supplier readiness and audit results.
• Leadership experience in task‑force teams and supplier performance improvement.
• Shop‑floor empathy to engage operators and technicians.
• Cross‑cultural communication skills for work with teams in North America and globally.
• Conflict‑resolution aptitude and experience in training/coaching suppliers on Bosch methodologies.

Required skills

• VDA6.3 audit methodology
• CQI audit standards
• P‑FMEA analysis