DirecciónStrategic Procurement: Develop and implement strategic plans for the procurement of High Voltage components aligned with organizational goals.
Supplier Management: Cultivate and manage strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating agreements that balance favorable pricing, terms, and conditions.
Pricing Catalog Management: Maintain an up-to-date pricing catalog, ensuring consistency with agreed-upon prices and terms.
Market Analysis: Stay informed about market trends, supplier performance, and industry dynamics to inform procurement strategies and decision-making.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and manufacturing teams to align procurement with project timelines and specifications.
Cost Ownership : Monitor and optimize total cost of ownership, analyzing and managing costs throughout the supply chain.
Supplier Evaluation : Conduct regular evaluations of suppliers to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous development.
Innovation and Compliance: Stay current with technological advancements, market changes, and regulatory requirements within the HV components landscape.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience in purchasing (+2 years of experience) within the automotive industry, with a focus on HV components preferred.
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
- Analytical mindset with proficiency in data-driven decision-making and cost analysis.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Familiarity with industry-specific regulations, standards, and quality requirements.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
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- Develop and implement strategic procurement plans for High Voltage (HV) components in line with organizational goals and industry trends.+
- Cultivate and manage strong supplier relationships, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of HV components.
- Negotiate and finalize supplier agreements, focusing on favorable pricing, terms, and conditions while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintain and update a comprehensive pricing catalog, ensuring consistency with agreed-upon prices and terms.
- Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and industry dynamics to inform decision-making and improve procurement strategies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality assurance, and manufacturing teams to align HV components procurement with project timelines and specifications.
- Manage cost ownership by tracking, analyzing, and optimizing total cost of ownership throughout the supply chain.
- Conduct regular supplier evaluations to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous supplier development.
- Stay abreast of technological advancements and market changes in the HV components landscape to drive innovation and efficiency.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
