Strategic Sourcing Manager – Automotive Commodities

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our client, a leading automotive manufacturer, is seeking a highly skilled procurement professional to take ownership of commodity strategy within their Connectivity/Powertrain division. This is a high-impact role requiring a balance of strategic thinking, supplier management, and hands-on leadership in sourcing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier strategies to ensure a balanced, competitive portfolio and reduce risk.

• Drive localization strategies in collaboration with cross-divisional teams to secure optimal sourcing outcomes.

• Lead high-value projects using specialist knowledge to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.

• Monitor commercial, technical, legal, and delivery aspects to ensure achievement of commodity objectives.

• Prevent production interruptions by supporting buyers with problem-solving and supplier negotiations.

• Prepare and deliver reports, tracking progress against KPIs and recommending corrective actions where required.

• Support and mentor junior buyers with training, negotiation guidance, and project implementation.

• Manage raw material forecasts and risks in line with group strategy.

Essential Requirements:

• A National Diploma or Degree in Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance, or Business Management.

• Minimum 5 years’ procurement experience within the automotive or related industry.

• Strong knowledge of purchasing policies, processes, and legal frameworks.

• Proven track record in supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing, and commodity management.

• Advanced analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Added Advantage:

• German language skills.

• Experience in harness purchasing.

Why Join?

This opportunity offers exposure to large-scale strategic projects within a global group, with the chance to influence procurement decisions at a high level. You’ll work in a dynamic environment that values innovation, transformation, and professional growth.