Purchasing-Special Projects Manager (Automotive Exp)

The Purchasing Special Projects Manager is responsible for managing and deploying all Purchasing department special projects (SPA). The role of the Purchasing Special Projects Manager is to manage relationship / negotiation with suppliers, pilot the utilization of supplier panel in programs and series production during execution, and ensure all programs are delivered in line with timing and KPIs.
Essential responsibilities and duties
Structure the building of the panel: participate in the definition and the implementation of the purchasing panel policy for assigned commodities, manage supplier selection according to Group criteria
Manage relationship/negotiation with his/her suppliers supported by the Division
Ensure that the strategic panel is implemented in the Development phase (Supplier Nomination Committees)
Manage and drive productivity action plans
Fix the rules of productivity sharing between the suppliers and the Company
Manage and drive supplier quality and delivery performance
Manage insolvencies of suppliers and steer corrective action plan
Develop and implement tools to improve global productivity
Ensure the reporting of his or her activities following defined policies

Qualifications and position requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business, ideally with Professional Purchasing Qualification
Minimum 5-year experience in Purchasing in an industrial environment (serial life or program)
Experience of successfully managing and negotiating contracts
Automotive experience would be an advantage
Strong Knowledge of supply portfolio and market research and analysis
Understanding of sourcing strategies and application (make or buy analysis,…)
Deep understanding of business practices, market dynamics and trends
Knowledge of contractual and legal aspects
International mindset
Results oriented
Capacity to influence
Knowledge of assigned commodity (products, technologies, cost models), financial skills

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