You'll be responsible for leading specific mechanical product lines 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 be leading specific supplier relationships and providing support to the different Business Units and regions on strategic and operational topics
- Implement category (commodity) strategies that create a competitive advantage and capture value for the product lines
- Influence robust global category strategy development and lead global strategy implementation across all business units
- Build and maintain major cross-product line supplier relationships with ongoing performance and capability evaluation
- Lead category-specific strategic supplier events, such as Supplier Workshops and Quarterly Business Reviews
- Lead negotiations of corporate-wide supplier contracts, including Terms & Conditions, payment terms, Strategic Agreements, and Logistic Agreements
- Create, lead, and monitor supplier development & risk mitigation plans
- Qualify/categorize/approve suppliers according to the category strategy
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or business.
- Minimum of 5 years of total purchasing experience.
- Specific experience within the Automotive Industry is desired.
- Ability to travel both locally and globally (approximately 20% of working time)
- Empowered decision-maker/relationship-builder with high integrity.
- Strong problem-solving skills in high-pressure scenarios.
- Commercial acumen & analytical skills to assess supplier financial information and capability.
**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**:
- Competitive compensation package, including Major Medical Insurance & Life Insurance
- Flexible Retirement Plan
- Learning, professional growth and development in a world recognized international environment
- Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications
- Recognition for innovation and excellence
- Opportunities to give back to the community
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
