Category Strategic Buyer

• 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.

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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