.Position SummaryYou'll be responsible for leading key mechanical product lines, machines, and equipment and supporting other mechanical portfolios as required. In this role, you'll influence the supply and sourcing strategy and have global accountability for strategy implementation. You'll also lead specific supplier relationships and support the different Business Units and regions on strategic and operational topics.As part of the Supply Chain Management organization, you'll report to the Global Category Manager and play an integral part in our team.My Role:Implement category (commodity) strategies that create competitive advantage and capture value for the product linesInfluence robust global category strategy development and lead global strategy implementation across all business unitsBuild and maintain major cross-product line supplier relationships with ongoing performance and capability evaluationLead category-specific strategic supplier events, such as Supplier Workshops, Quarterly Business Reviews and Executive Management ReviewsLead negotiations of corporate-wide supplier contracts, including Terms & Conditions, payment terms, Strategic Agreements and Logistic AgreementsCreate, lead and monitor supplier development & risk mitigation plansQualify/categorize/approve suppliersAcquiring the best price, negotiating offers with the highest savings potential /cost avoidanceIdentifying, implementing and approving cost-improving initiativesPreparing cost-saving workshops and supporting corrective actionsDevelop and management of e-Catalogue and ERP contract strategies.Establishing a purchasing plan and managing sourcing for commercial transactions from US$ 250,000Analyzing market, expenses and key suppliers within the managed categoryMy Background:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering+3 Years of experience in related areas.Advanced EnglishExperience purchasing subject components within the Automotive IndustryProcess Engineering for Machines & Equipment experience (desired)Very Good knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint..)Understanding of Lean principles and how to apply them to a Strategic Sourcing role to reduce waste and contribute to a high-performing teamAbility to travel both locally and globally (US Visa)Empowered decision maker/relationship-builder with high integrityStrong problem-solving skills in high-pressure scenariosCommercial acumen & analytical skills to assess supplier financial information and capabilityVery good teamwork skillsProject management and business planning skillsWhy 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