Job Description

Supervises a team of buyers and the process for the acquisition of products for one or more product groups.

Job Requirements

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Leadership & Team Management

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of buyers and procurement specialists. Allocate workload, monitor performance, and support the career development of team members. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.

Procurement Business Process

Define, implement, and optimize procurement processes, tools, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost, quality, delivery, and efficiency, and drive process improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, production, finance) to streamline procurement workflows.

Supplier Development

Identify and develop strategic suppliers to meet cost, quality, innovation, and sustainability goals. Conduct supplier audits, evaluations, and performance reviews. Support suppliers in enhancing production capabilities, quality systems, and delivery reliability. Build and maintain long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster innovation and competitiveness.

Sourcing Strategy

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for key commodities and categories. Analyze global markets, supply risks, and cost drivers to support strategic decisions. Lead negotiations for strategic contracts and framework agreements. Drive cost reduction, value engineering, and localization initiatives where applicable. Support new product introductions by aligning supplier capabilities with program requirements.

What your background should look like

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Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). 5-8 years of procurement experience, including supplier management and sourcing strategy (automotive or manufacturing industry preferred). Proven experience leading a procurement team or supervising staff. Strong knowledge of procurement processes, ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and supplier management tools. Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret market data and supplier metrics. Familiarity with quality and compliance standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, etc.). Fluency in English (additional languages are an advantage).

Preferred Skills

Experience in global sourcing and supplier risk management. Knowledge of lean procurement and just-in-time (JIT) practices. Understanding of sustainability initiatives (e.g., carbon footprint reduction, ESG in supply chains). Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.

What We Offer

A leadership role within a global procurement function. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and international exposure. A dynamic, innovative work environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement.

Competencies

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Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork