Supervisor Sr of Direct Purchasing
Core
Senior leader driving direct material sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, and supply chain resilience for the automotive and manufacturing industry.
Role type
Senior strategic direct purchasing supervisor
Builds
Strategic sourcing programs, supplier bases, and cost-saving initiatives for automotive OEMs and suppliers
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Strategic Sourcing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Direct materials sourcing, supplier negotiation, supplier transfer management, cost breakdown analysis, IATF 16949 compliance, project management, SAP MM, risk mitigation, dual sourcing strategy, contract management
Preferred skills
Global resourcing, VA/VE initiatives, financial impact analysis, strategic supplier development, crisis management, data visualization
Technologies
SAP MM, ERP systems, electronic procurement platforms
Responsibilities
Lead high-impact supplier negotiations and cost reduction initiatives; Manage supplier transfers and business relocation projects; Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans aligned with cost, quality, and sustainability goals; Oversee supplier performance, scorecards, and continuous improvement audits; Coordinate cross-functional teams for PPAP validations and engineering changes; Analyze cost structures and market fluctuations to drive profitability
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities