Strategic Plant Purchasing Leader - Automotive

You will be responsible for defining and piloting productivity achievement for the Division. This includes participating in plant results review and budget meetings related to Operations, Finance, Controlling, and Plants. Additionally, you will act as a communication intermediary between operations (plant manager) and the Purchasing organization, ensuring timely and proper level communication. Your role will involve ensuring a high level of supplier quality performance and piloting appropriate action plans for corrections with the Supplier Quality Assurance Manager (SQAM) to achieve Parts Per Million (PPM) targets. You will work with your team to identify opportunities for cost reduction, validate them with internal teams, and collaborate closely with the Supply Chain to monitor and reduce supplier deviation in Missed Deliveries Per Million (MPM). Furthermore, you will be responsible for involving your team from the program phase to ensure a proper transition, monitoring all relevant suppliers and part information, and overseeing proper ordering, invoicing, and cost control. You will also participate in and manage communication for Customer audits requested by the Sales department, prioritize local issue resolution, and escalate when necessary. Additionally, you will contribute to reporting activities such as Indexes, P&L results, MPM, and adherence to Group Policies. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Business. Specialization in International Purchasing education or Supply Chain, as well as Manufacturing education, would be a plus. Skills And Competencies: You should have expertise in productivity/lean management methodology, production, quality, and logistics. Fluency in English is essential, along with a good network and the ability to work effectively in a matrix organization. An international mindset is crucial for success in this role. Nice To Have Skills: Knowledge of products and technology, experience with supplier audit processes, and quality management would be beneficial for this position.,