Job DescriptionForvia, a sustainable mobility technology leaderWe pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.Your mission, roles and responsibilitiesThe Purchasing Graduate is responsible for improving the supplier performance in production (quality, cost, delivery) for the plant, in line with purchasing strategy.
As a Purchasing Graduate, your main responsibilities are as follow: Assist in contributing to the identification and implementation of productivity actions (product/process) for cost reduction, in close coordination with Commodity teams and the plant.
Assist in monitoring productivity performance for supplier perimeter through cross-functional teamwork in the plants under his/her responsibility (i.e.
productivity committees).
Present to the plant's management board the productivity plan and progress as on request.
Assist in challenging Commodity Buyers to achieve the Purchasing Budget for his/her plants For most critical topics, support the Supply Chain team to improve supplier deviation in Mis-deliveries Per Million (MPM) Be involved in the kick off in program phase to prepare the start of Production.
Lead transfers meetings with Program Buyers at the take-over stage.
Initiate or create productivity for responsible suppliers for future years budget and strategic planning.
Your profile and competencies to succeedThe ideal candidate will have/be: Education: National Diploma or bachelor's degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain or a Business-related qualification.Knowledge and experience: Limited experience required Knowledge of productivity / lean management methodology Knowledge of production, quality and logistics Good communication and interpersonal skills Knowledge of products and technology Languages: Ability to speak, write and read the English language; What we can do for youAt Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than , people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment.
People who share our strong values.
Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients.
Lifelong learners.
High performers.
Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility.
Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world) We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration.
We believe that diversity is a strength.
To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June , Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
Three principles guide our action:?use less, use better?and?use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.
Why join usFORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility.
We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than , people in 43 countries.
You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.In June , we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard.
We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than .As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.
