GLOBAL PURCHASING INDIRECT MANAGER - SUPPLY CHAIN

OP Mobility; À distance; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global automotive technology provider is seeking a Global Purchasing Indirect Manager to drive purchasing performance and align domain strategies with Supply Chain goals. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree, at least six years of experience in strategic purchasing, and strong negotiation and analytical skills. Responsibilities include developing cost-saving initiatives and managing supplier relationships effectively, contributing to the overall transformation in mobility. Fluency in English is required, with additional languages as a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years in strategic purchasing or similar role.
• Experience in international/multicultural environment.
• Strong experience in contract negotiations and supplier management.

Responsabilités

• Ensure Purchasing domain strategy aligns with Supply Chain strategy.
• Drive purchasing performance across all regions.
• Develop cost savings initiatives in purchasing domain.

Connaissances

Strategic purchasing

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Formation

Master’s degree (Technical + Business Education preferred)

Description du poste

GLOBAL PURCHASING INDIRECT MANAGER - SUPPLY CHAIN

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, customised 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 centres, 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.

This position can be located at any OPmobility location worldwide.

Missions

Ensure Purchasing domain strategy is fully aligned to meet the function Supply Chain strategy and priorities for a total cost of ownership impact.

Drive purchasing performance for the commodities of the Domain either by acting directly or by influencing / managing actors in all Regions and in all OPmobility entities.

Pursue excellence across all dimensions of Domain management, incl.

• Processes, systems & tools,
• People & organization (together with Group SC Performance Director)

• Total cost of ownership optimisation resulting from implementing domain strategies which are aligned with functions strategies
• Working capital optimisation resulting from inventory reduction & payment term optimisation
• Contribution to OPmobility’s carbon reduction roadmap
• Complexity management, e.g. consolidation of spend with strategic supplier panel
• Data integrity, e.g. correct qualification of suppliers and correct classification of spend according to purchasing taxonomy
• Internal customer satisfaction

Activities

Develop together with business functions and implement category strategies for the Domain:

• Spend analysis
• Supply market analysis
• Business needs
• Identification of sourcing levers
• Benchmarking (internal & external)
• Supplier panel management (strategic and tactical criteria, entry and exit,…)

Plan, structure and execute cross‑BG sourcings in close collaboration with internal stakeholders:

• Collect and analyse data
• Optimize and agree on specifications
• Issue Requests for Information (RfI) and Request for Quotation (RfQ)
• Prepare sourcing decisions (Pre‑RfQ and Sourcing Committee)
• Finalize contracts

Animate the identification and implementation of cost savings initiatives for the Domain:

• Initiate cross‑BG cost savings initiatives and workshops
• Drive the implementation from idea status to realised status
• Supplier Relationship Management with top suppliers of the Domain
• GEMBA visit of suppliers’ premises. Organisation of suppliers’ day, participation to fairs…
• Regular performance evaluation and reviews with top suppliers of the Domain
• Lead escalation process in case of supply problems
• Identify and implement actions to improve OPmobility’s competitive position with regards to the Domain
• Improve efficiency of processes and systems used in the context of the Domain
• Develop the organisation and support the development of talent for the Domain

Qualifications

Master’s degree (Technical + Business Education preferred).

Minimum of six years of experience in strategic purchasing or a similar role, in an international/multicultural environment. Background in operational supply chain (Transport, Packaging, Warehouse) is required for the SC domain.

Ability to design and deploy powerful category strategies, in line with Group strategic objectives.

Strong experience in leading complex contract negotiations and supplier management.

Capacity to streamline processes and tools.

Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

Knowledge of financial mechanisms (P&L, budgeting process, etc.). Ability to analyse financial data, perform cost analysis and make recommendations for decision‑making.

Mastery of procurement practices.

For SC domain: a sound knowledge of Transport & warehouse operations & if possible, Packaging is required.

Strong leadership and change management skills, capacity to influence at all levels of the organisation.

Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Clear and effective communication to convey procurement strategies and decisions to various stakeholders.

Fluent in English (other languages such as Spanish appreciated).

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.