Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-driven Senior Purchasing Manager to lead the procurement activities for Electric Power Steering (EPS) motors and controllers. The ideal candidate will have a deep technical understanding of EPS systems, strong supplier management skills, and a proven ability to deliver commercial value while mitigating risks across the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"-
-Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management
style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="circle"-
-Develop, execute, and continuously improve the regional sourcing strategy for EPS motors, controllers and associated parts.
-Identify, evaluate, and develop cost disruptive suppliers to meet quality, cost, delivery, innovation, and sustainability objectives.
-Lead supplier negotiations to secure best-in-class material cost & commercial terms to the company.
-Monitor supplier performance and manage key relationships to ensure continuous improvement, compliance, and risk mitigation.
-Cross-Functional Collaboration
style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="circle"-
-Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, and Manufacturing teams to align purchasing strategies with technical requirements and program timelines.
-Cost Management and Benchmarking
style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="circle"-
-Lead and support annual cost reduction targets and ensure cost competitiveness throughout the product lifecycle, utilizing cost analysis, market intelligence and should be cost.
-Stay abreast of market trends, raw material fluctuations, and technological advancements that may impact cost structures.
-Risk and Compliance Management
style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="circle"-
-Assess and mitigate supply chain risks, including single sourcing, financial stability of suppliers, and geopolitical impacts.
-Ensure all supplier contracts and purchasing activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements.
-Support supplier quality audits and escalation processes as needed.
Qualifications
style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"-
-Education:
style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="circle"-
-Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
-MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus.
-Experience:
style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="circle"-
-7+ years of progressive purchasing or supply chain experience, preferably in the automotive or high-tech manufacturing sector.
-5+ years of demonstrated expertise in sourcing and managing suppliers for Electric Motors and PCBAs required. Preferably in the Automotive segment.
-Proven track record of leading complex negotiations and delivering commercial savings.
-Proficiency in cost analysis, should-cost modeling, and total cost of ownership methodologies.
-Other:
style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="circle"-
-The ability to travel domestically and internationally as required (approximately 20-30%).
