Auto Parts Procurement Manager - Indonesia

XPENG; Purwakarta; On-site; IDR 1,592,638,000 - 2,477,438,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Interesting and varied job at XPENG

Large internal and external contact

Attractive salary package incl. bonus

Growth of an existing EV brand in EU

Job summary

XPENG is seeking an experienced Head of International Procurement to lead sourcing strategies for automotive components, ensuring regulatory compliance and cost efficiency across cross-border operations.

The role emphasizes supplier lifecycle management, cross-functional collaboration, and staying ahead of market trends to support the growth of XPENG’s EV portfolio in Europe and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 5–8 years international procurement experience.
• Strong knowledge of trade compliance and global sourcing.
• Experience in automotive, EV/NEV, or electronics industries.
• English negotiations; Chinese a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives and negotiate automotive component categories with focus on tariffs and trade barriers.
• Develop country-specific procurement and fulfillment strategies balancing cost, continuity and regulatory compliance.
• Manage full supplier lifecycle including sourcing, qualification, performance and relationship development; collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Project Management, Finance and Legal.
• Monitor market intelligence, conduct value analysis, establish framework agreements and drive annual cost reductions.
• Identify and mitigate procurement compliance risks; ensure sourcing aligns with regulations and governance.
• Contribute to development and continuous improvement of procurement processes and policies and provide strategic industry insights.

Skills

Negotiation

Cross-cultural communication

Procurement strategy

Supplier relationship management

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or above (Supply Chain / Trade / MBA)

Job description

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.

5. Ability to conduct business negotiations and cross-cultural communication in English. Fluent in Chinese is a plus.

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

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.