Procurement Professional
Core
Lead sourcing and procurement activities for cooling and valvetrain commodities, including turbochargers and related components.
Role type
Senior Procurement Professional (Strategic Sourcing & Category Management)
Builds
Resilient supply base for engine components and related manufacturing processes
Domain
Heavy Equipment Manufacturing / Engine Components
Required skills
Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Commercial Negotiation, Cost Analysis, Supply Chain Risk Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Management, Data Analysis, Supplier Development, Business Acumen
Preferred skills
Engine component sourcing, Asia-Pacific supplier management, VA/VE methodologies, NPI support, APQP/PPAP knowledge, Professional certifications (CPSM/CPIM/CSCP)
Technologies
SAP, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Lead sourcing and procurement activities for cooling and valvetrain commodities; Develop and execute category strategies to achieve cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity objectives; Manage supplier relationships and drive supplier performance improvements; Lead commercial negotiations, contract management, and cost reduction initiatives; Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams to support NPI and business needs; Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and supply chain risks to ensure a resilient supply base; Resolve supplier-related quality, delivery, and capacity issues while ensuring compliance with company policies.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC