Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution! OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility. Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow's clean and connected car. Organization Data Number of Subordinated Employees: 0 / Direct:0 / Indirect: (functional): 0 Org Unit: Purchasing and Procurement Reports To: Regional Manager, Purchasing Internal Contact: Program Managers, Program Team, Plant team, all operational teams, Sales Team, Management / External Contact: Managers, Customers, Suppliers Job specifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Management, Engineering or Equivalent Professional /Technical Training: PC / common working knowledge (i.e. Microsoft Office suite), Knowledge / experience in project work, Facilitator-/presentation techniques, SAP / common working knowledge, Skilled negotiator, Intermediate to advanced Analysis skills, Technical understanding of product, parts and equipment Related Experience/Specialized Knowledge: 3+ years in similar position, Knowledge of Customer Specific Requirements, Automotive purchasing and launch experience Additional Skills: Detailed oriented, able to plan and prioritize purchasing tasks, discipline in execution, keep up-to-date documentation of all pertinent agreements and targets Language Skills: English, Spanish a plus, German a plus Essential and Marginal Task/Duties/Demands Equipment Use: Computer - Frequently , Copier – Frequently, Cell / Telephone - Frequently , Automobile - Occasionally Physical Demands: Sitting Frequently, Standing Occasionally, Walking Occasionally, Lifting up to 25 lbsn Rarely, Driving Occasionally, Talking Frequently Mental Demands: Analysis skills Frequently, Listening skills Frequently, Problem solve Frequently, Concentration Frequently, Listening skills Frequently, Communication Frequently. Working Conditions: Inside office - Frequently, Inside plant - Occasionally, At supplier side - Occasionally, Air travel – Occasionally. Essential Functions/Duties - Manage all plant specific and program specific Procurement needs, including series production, indirect purchasing, and facility / MRO needs. - Lead RFQ process to quote supplier needs, ensure adequate contracted capacities at suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms, and properly contract all new business awards within defined budget - Interaction with the program team, plant, suppliers, and customers; participation in relevant team meetings - Implementation of purchasing processes and objectives within the program - Managing and communication of all purchasing issues related to the program, including engineering change orders and support for quality spills - Develop and manage sourcing strategy in adherence with purchasing manager, duration of RFQ and lead on value analysis process, commercial negotiation, preparation of sourcing recommendation, finalisation and negotiation of purchasing-related contracts and agreements with suppliers - Explore the market for new materials, supplies and processes in order to develop new sources and/or generate cost benefits and/or risk reductions - Cost Saving Initiatives: Identify ideas up to implementation of savings which will contribute to Business Group MOP (measure of performance) + cash flow objectives - Has the ability to stop production, upon notifying the supervisor and Plant Manager for Safety related matters requiring immediate attention. - Interaction with Operations and current production facilities for supplier-related topics throughout the program life. - Support of Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives related to achieving KPIs including signature of sustainability documentation, CO2 Initiative Tracking, EcoVadis subscription, and Charter signature. - Understand and comply with company EHS policy; Meet Safety targets and promote safety, sustainability and quality mindset at suppliers - Strong data analysis skills, ability to interpret data to make recommendations. Reporting and presentation abilities. As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.