Pursuit Program Buyer

Visteon Corporation

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Presencial

EUR 45 000 - 65 000

Tempo integral

14 dias+

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Resumo da oferta

A leading technology firm is seeking a Mid-Senior level Program Procurement professional to drive program procurement and optimize costs in Setúbal, Portugal. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5-7 years of experience, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing BOMs, engaging with suppliers, and leading cross-functional teams. This role emphasizes innovation and continuous learning in a fast-paced environment.

Qualificações

5-7 years in procurement/purchasing lead experience.
Strong knowledge of the supply base and costing of various commodities.
Ability to present sourcing strategy for projects.

Responsabilidades

Responsible for delivering mature, competitive costed BOMs.
Work closely with Product Line leaders & Sales.
Drive for forecasted Pursuit Engineering BOMs.

Conhecimentos

Strong communication skills

Ability to lead cross-functional teams

Knowledge of EV market

Effective presentation skills

Critical thinking

Risk assessment ability

Formação académica

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Enabling a software-defined, electrified future.

Visteon is a technology company that develops and builds innovative digital cockpit and electrification products at the leading-edge of the mobility revolution. Founded in 2000, Visteon brings decades of automotive intelligence combined with Silicon Valley speed to apply global insights that help transform the software-defined vehicle of the future for many of the world’s largest OEMs. The company employs 10,000 employees in 18 countries around the globe. To know more about us click here.

Mission of the Role: Driving program procurement toward project health and success.

Key Objectives of this Role:

Responsible for delivering mature, competitive costed BOMs for each customer round that meet the target material content / material margin, covering: Clusters & 2W (main focus for this open position), Displays, CDC, Infotainment & HPC, Electrification
Work closely with Product Line leaders & Sales to determine clear “Should cost” and Customer targets for the product design well ahead of the RFQ process
Demonstrate leadership and product knowledge depth in interactions with Commodity teams and key suppliers to help challenge design and costs
Lead/ support cross-functional discussions with PL and commodity teams to pre-align on gaps to “should-cost” that enables an agreed “bom task” on both design and commercial teams
Together and under the leadership of the Advanced Program Pursuit leader
Drive for forecasted Pursuit Engg BOMs and co-develop „Platform Costed BOMs“ ahead of G0
Develop Platform cBOM database focusing on the Critical parts ahead of customer RFQs to secure a Round 1 - Gate 1 (R1G1) maturity
Engagement with commodity leads and drive product design and BOM Cost optimization ideas ahead of customer RFQ
Tech engagement on product architecture along with PL lead - Bridge between Tech roadmaps & Commodity strategies
Challenge and work with Commodity on volume consolidation strategy, including pursuit forecasts (need PL & Sales support on volumes)
Ensure PL is developing BOM with „Design for sourcing“ approach - avoid NFND/ EOL & select latest tech parts.
Engage with key suppliers jointly with PL and Commodity leadership to pitch for future opportunities

Key Performance Indicators:

Drive for NBW with aggressive material margins for all C and D pursuits
Drive for early maturity: Should costs (PL) and CBOM
Minimize the gap between purchasing commitment & should cost
Robustness in design and supplier quote assumptions for the Top 5 cost contributors at G0 itself
Ensure seamless transition to the execution team with key assumptions/ tasks and risks at G1 for maintaining margins
Completed Team integration.
Supporting 40 rounds of RFQ phase
Handling daily activities following Vthe isteon process - No NC records in Audits
Identifying 2 items as potential for improvement

Qualification, Experience, and Skills:

Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s preferred, Electrical Engineering preferred
5-7 years in responsible roles within an international business environment and procurement/purchasing lead experience
Strong knowledge of the supply base and costing of various commodities
Ability to clearly present sourcing strategy for projects and risk assessments
Ability to lead and challenge cross-functional teams with focus and accountability.
Drive Value Chain analysis (VAVE, TQCM)
Effective presentation skills and Strong communication skills
Knowledge of the EV market and suppliers to support EV Product portfolios.
Ability to balance risk and achieve the lowest material cost within very tight deadlines
Lead from the front
Build strong teams
Lead the market
Strong business partner
Critical thinker
Visionary
Resilient
Perseverant
Risk assessment ability and “Anticipate” mindset

Reporting Structure: Reports to the regional lead of Program Procurement

Visteon Culture: If you thrive in a fast-paced, organizational culture that requires agility, adaptability, and a growth mindset from its employees to thrive and stay ahead of the curve, Visteon is the place. We value high performance and a drive for results. Innovation, risk-taking, and continuous learning help us keep up with the ever-changing landscape of our industry and be Market leaders. At Visteon you can be more.

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