Auto Parts Procurement Manager - Europe

XPENG; München; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Varied role

Large contact surface

Salary incl. pension

Growth in EV brand Europe

Zusammenfassung

XPENG is seeking an experienced procurement leader in Munich to drive sourcing for automotive components and manage end-to-end supplier lifecycle. You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Project Management, Finance and Legal to ensure compliant procurement execution.

The role requires 5–8 years in international procurement, strong knowledge of trade regulations, and fluency in English and Mandarin for global negotiations.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Business Administration, Mechanical, Automotive, Electronic Engineering, Chemistry or related disciplines.
• 5–8 years of international procurement and global sourcing experience, preferably in automotive/EV/electronics sectors.
• Strong knowledge of international trade compliance, import/export regulations and supplier compliance management.
• Proven expertise in procurement strategy, supplier qualification, cost analysis and negotiations.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin for cross-cultural business negotiations.

Aufgaben

• Lead sourcing initiatives and negotiate strategies for automotive components, with focus on tariffs and trade barriers.
• Develop country-specific procurement and fulfillment strategies balancing cost, supply continuity and compliance.
• Manage full supplier lifecycle including sourcing, qualification, performance and relationship management.
• Monitor market trends, conduct value analysis, establish framework agreements and drive cost reductions.
• Identify procurement compliance risks and ensure adherence to regulations and governance.
• Contribute to procurement process improvement and provide strategic sourcing insights.

Kenntnisse

Sourcing

Negotiation

International trade

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

English

Mandarin

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field

Jobbeschreibung

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead sourcing initiatives and negotiation strategies for automotive component categories, with strong expertise in tariffs, customs regulations, and international trade barriers.

2. Develop country-specific procurement and fulfillment strategies to balance cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and regulatory compliance.

3. Manage the full supplier lifecycle, including supplier sourcing, qualification, performance management, and relationship development. Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Project Management, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure smooth procurement execution.

4. Monitor market intelligence and technology trends, conduct value analysis, establish framework agreements, and execute dynamic commercial negotiations to achieve annual cost reduction targets.

5. Identify and mitigate procurement compliance risks, ensuring all sourcing activities comply with applicable regulations, trade policies, and internal governance requirements.

6. Participate in the development and continuous improvement of procurement processes and policies. Conduct industry research on automotive components and provide strategic insights to support long-term sourcing planning.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree or above in Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Business Administration, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Chemistry, or related disciplines.

2. 5–8 years of experience in international procurement and global sourcing, preferably within the automotive, EV/NEV, or electronics industries. Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes for core automotive components and cross-border trade operations.

3. Solid knowledge of international trade compliance, import/export regulations, and supplier compliance management.

4. Proven expertise in procurement strategy development, supplier qualification and compliance assessment, cost analysis, and commercial negotiations. 6. Fluent in both English and Mandarin, with the ability to conduct business negotiations and cross-cultural communication in English.

XPENG offers:

• An interesting, unique and very varied job at XPENG


• A job with an incredibly large contact surface both internally and externally


• An attractive salary package incl. pension and with the possibility of a bonus


• To be involved in the growth of an existing EV brand in Europe

pre-employment screening to ensure the reliability and integrity of our employees. This screening is a standard procedure and may include components such as a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) or, in cases where a VOG cannot be obtained in the Netherlands, a Criminal Background Check from your current or previous country of residence over the past five years. Additionally, the process may involve an integrity questionnaire, verification of identification, diplomas, work experience, and consultation of the central insolvency register.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this important matter, as it helps us maintain the high standards expected by our team.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

At XPENG, we’re an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics.