Your role:

Co-owns (with respective Category Manager) creation and regular updates of material category strategy for his/her portfolio

Be responsible to execute defined strategy for his/her portfolio

Monitor market conditions for all cost drivers for his/her category (raw material, labor cost, logistics and freight, currency exchange) to adapt it in respective purchasing strategy

Screen market and Scout market for new suppliers (domestic and overseas)

Conduct suppliers risk management analysis and build mitigation plans for risky suppliers

Develop diversification and consolidation plans in-line with defined strategy

Organize Business Reviews and Supplier Days with main suppliers/meetings with top management representatives

Visit existing and new suppliers, review production process, gain deep knowledge of products and technology

Develop strategy to deliver material performance in his/her category

Prepare negotiations for each key supplier according to preparation techniques

Negotiate Terms and Conditions and  all commercial terms with suppliers to drive year over year material cost improvement

Ensure volume change sourcing is considered during negotiation with suppliers

Prepare and implement mitigation plan for price increases

Drive and execute procurement material performance plan to exceed functional objectives and to adapt purchasing terms to strategic goals of organization

Liaise with Legal for contract negotiations

Track results/target for all suppliers in portfolio and communicate gap to target and GCP plans

Your Background:

Master Degree in Business, Economy, Finance or Engineering

Developing purchasing strategy and strategic planning

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in materials purchasing departments in tier 1-2 automotive organization with demonstrated track record of achievements

Strong negotiation skills and excellent communication skills

High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others Strong analytical skills and presentation making skills (Excel, Ppt)

Understanding of concepts of sustainability, ethical sourcing, socially responsible sourcing strategies

Experience in running RFQs and using of Purchasing tools

Preparation of negotiation scenarios based on total cost evaluation

Fluent in English

Power BI  ( Preferred )

SAP User ( Preferred )

Understanding of material cost modelling and should cost analysis for assigned materials

Why join us?

You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones

Well-Being Program that includes regular webinars, workshops, and networking events

Hybrid work (min. 47 days/yr of remote work, flexible working hours)

Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer (you get + 3,5% on each gross salary)

Access to sports groups and Multisport card

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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