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<p><span id="cke_bm_465S" style="display:none"> </span></p> <p>Req ID 86928 | Guadalajara, Mexico, ZF Services, S.A. de C.V.</p> <p> </p> <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Description</b></H2> </div><div><p><strong>About the Team</strong></p> <p><br>The Regional Purchasing North America team within ZF Aftermarket focuses on managing supplier relationships and optimizing sourcing strategies to ensure cost efficiency and supply continuity. The department collaborates cross-functionally with operations, finance, and logistics to respond to market dynamics such as tariffs and trade regulations. This team plays a key role in analyzing cost structures and implementing mitigation strategies across the supply base. It is a dynamic and analytical environment that supports strategic decision-making within the organization.</p> <p> </p> <p><br><strong>What you can look forward to as Purchasing Tariff Intern:</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Support quantitative assessment of import tariffs and their impact on the business</li> <li>Assist in scenario modeling to evaluate cost mitigation strategies</li> <li>Participate in supply base localization initiatives and sourcing analysis</li> <li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as purchasing, supply chain, and finance</li> <li>Contribute to the development and tracking of tariff mitigation actions and results</li> <li>Gain hands-on experience through training on tariffs and their impact on ZF operations</li> <li>Prepare reports and recommendations for decision-making processes</li> <li>Work on a strategic project focused on cost mitigation in North America</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Your Profile as Purchasing Tariff Intern:</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Currently in the last semesters of a degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Accounting, or Industrial Engineering</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail</li> <li>Proactive attitude and ability to handle challenges independently</li> <li>Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and Microsoft O365 tools</li> <li>Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment</li> <li>Quick learner with a self-directed and results-oriented mindset</li> <li>Interest in understanding how processes and systems work</li> <li>Fluent in English (written and spoken)</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Why you should choose ZF in Guadalajara?</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Dynamic and collaborative work environment where interns can gain valuable hands-on experience in a global company.</li> <li>Work on meaningful projects with real business impact while developing professional and technical skills.</li> <li>Flexible part-time working hours compatible with academic schedules.</li> <li>Exposition to international teams, enhancing your global perspective. ZF fosters a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and career growth opportunities.</li> </ul></div></div></div><p> </p> <p>Be part of our ZF team as Purchasing Tariff Intern and apply now!</p> <p> </p>