Develop and implement comprehensive global commodity strategies aligned with the companys overall business goals and objectives.
Evaluate supplier capabilities, performance, Innovations, and financial stability to ensure reliable and sustainable partnerships.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, and operations, to ensure that the commodity strategies meet the technical, operational, and quality requirements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize costs, enhance supplier performance, and streamline procurement processes to meet the annual targets.
Monitor market trends, global supply chain dynamics, and geopolitical factors affecting the automotive industry to proactively manage risks and opportunities.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve the best possible value year over year while maintaining high-quality standards.
Manage supplier relationships and lead supplier performance reviews to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
Identify and implement supplier diversification strategies to enhance supply chain ESG & resilience.
Participate in the development and execution of sourcing strategies for new product introductions and engineering changes.
Contribute to the development of procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
Act as point of escalation on supplier shortages, quality issues and negotiate respective cost claims with suppliers
What will make you successful
Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in procurement or commodity buying.
Excellent negotiation and contract skills.
Proven track record of achieving cost savings and process improvements.
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment.
Good technical knowledge foundation to build a deep understanding on the different processes, technologies and cost drivers including the use of cost modeling tools.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, emphasis in Excel
Excellent analytical and conceptual skills
Excellent English (written and oral)
Travel availability (20%)
What we offer
1 home office day per week;
Opportunity for quick employment on a permanent contract (after a 3-month trial period);
Medicover Sport card;
Social benefits package (group life insurance, vacation subsidies, holiday bonuses and vouchers, and many more);
Career development opportunities in the automotive industry within an international corporation;
Professional training to enhance qualifications (including language courses);
