VIE Productivity Buyer
Core
Define and implement technical and supplier re-sourcing productivity actions to achieve cost reduction and budget objectives within the automotive supply chain.
Role type
Junior purchasing trainee (VIE)
Builds
Cost reduction initiatives and supply continuity for thermal management and propulsion systems in electric mobility.
Domain
Automotive / Electric Mobility / Supply Chain
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Supplier management, sourcing, budget management, risk mitigation, logistics planning, performance monitoring
Preferred skills
Automotive or manufacturing industry experience
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Define and implement technical and supplier re-sourcing productivity actions; Collaborate with purchasing and operational teams to achieve cost reduction targets; Drive material productivity initiatives and coordinate supplier involvement; Manage and strengthen supplier relationships for assigned strategic suppliers; Deploy and enforce global material and purchasing standards; Build and monitor the purchasing budget; Implement risk mitigation and logistics action plans; Monitor purchasing performance through cost savings and supplier chargeback indicators.
Seniority
Trainee / Internship