Your Profile

Extensive experience gained at either a Tier 1/2 automotive supplier or automotive OEM
Previous direct knowledge of both automotive procurement from concept-through-industrialisation-to-operation
Significant automotive supply chain / procurement know-how gained in automobile manufacturing
Demonstrable strategic procurement experience and or NPI (New Product Introduction)
Excellent project management skills, with a track record of delivery
Proven ability to build and maintain senior relationships
Able to prioritize tasks and have effective time management and analytical skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with Microsoft Office is required; experience with SAP is desirable, training will be available
Availability to travel is required
English language is mandatory and German would be beneficial, but not essential

Your Assignment

Responsible for all procurement activities related to the areas of control
Structure the execution of sourcing decisions for selected commodities and full category and ensure all sourcing decisions are cross-functionally aligned with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and Procurement and deliver these action points to a time plan
Fulfil all relevant project targets regarding material development and tooling within agreed timelines.
Constant observation of the global supply market regarding changes that affects the business (primarily risk) and update the PFEP accordingly
Manage all category strategies across business functions in line with both global supply market developments and internal requirements (new model and derivative issues)
Partner with the Procurement and Supply Chain team in developing and delivering the transition strategy for procurement from project to operation
Drive and deliver all procurement activities of the project phase by working closely with Cost Engineering
Work closely with the Engineering, Commercial and Industrialisation to agree future demand plans, materials and equipment
Define, measure and report on Supplier performance metrics and deliver suggested action points for poor performers or metric changes within the nomination process
Ensure compliance to legal, group or automotive specific requirements in support of Procurement and Commercial during the nomination process
Facilitate MvB with Project Sourcing, Procurement, Finance and Operations
Network with the wider internal organization to maximize systematization