Global Auto Parts Sourcing & Procurement Lead

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

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.