Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader
We pioneer technology for mobility experiences that matter to people.
Your Mission, Roles And Responsibilities
The 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 follows:
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 requested.
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 the 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 Succeed
The 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 You
At 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 157,000 people in more than 40 countries, which creates many opportunities for career development.
We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values, are team players with a collaborative mindset, and have a passion to deliver high standards for our clients.
We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility.
We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration.
Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority.
Why Join Us
FORVIA 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 157,000 people in 43 countries.
In June 2022, 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 2045.
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.
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