Director of Procurement - Global Automotive Supplier - JN-052023-6041017

Global Automotive Supplier focused on Growth and R&D
Highly Visible role reporting to the NA President

About Our Client

Our client for the Director of Procurement opportunity is a global leading automotive supplier. This company has a strong history and track record and continues to be a market leader in the ever-changing automotive industry. With a committed effort to R&D and innovation they continue to be a market leader paving the way in the new automotive connected and electrified era.

As the Director of Procurement for the Americas region, this person will report to the Regional President and lead all procurement and supplier management activities for the region. This person will lead a team across the region and be responsible for setting and executing the regional strategic goals that support the regional and global growth targets.

Job Description

Responsible for the development of supplier management strategies and execution of the strategies with assistance from supporting staff
Ensure supplier performance is being met with on time delivers driving the regionas strategy and working with the global supplier teams
Work with suppliers to ensure and hold accountable for meeting delivery and quality standards
Ensure purchasing staff is fully trained and engaged with program launch teams in order to support the timely and accurate supplier sourcing that meet internal cost targets
Develop supplier partner relationships at the executive level to support business growth, while finding creative solutions to reduce costs without damaging the relationship
Implement existing and /or develop procurement processes and procedures that comply with internal control policies
Work with the Regional President and global teams on the regional strategic planning process
Must ensure that all compliance-related procedures are followed for sourcing - and implement procedures if required to ensure that internal control policies are followed
Perform supplier audits as required
Support both Sales & Engineering in any acquisition activities and be active part of supplier interfaces
Partner with various other cross functional teams including, but not limited to finance, engineering, and manufacturing/operations
Ensure sourcing and supply base is aligning and meeting objectives for new program launches
Lead, plan and execute special assignments from the Regional President and Global Chief Procurement Officer

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related
MBA preferred
10 plus years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, and supply chain
Must have automotive industry experience - preferably from a Tier supplier
5 years of management experience leading teams
Strong experience and understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, Toyota Production Systems methodologies
Prior experience working in a multinational company with multinational stakeholders
Ability to act as an advisor on professional and technical issues with a view toward reaching strategic decisions
Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Proven ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and staff
Business minded and strong team player mentality
Strong communication skills written and verbal in English
Strong work ethic and high attention to detail with a passion to win and positively influence a company culture

What's on Offer

Competitive base salary $215,000 - $255,000, annual bonus, LTIP (long term incentive plan), full benefits, life insurance,) 401K, unlimited vacation, holidays. Being a part of a growing and innovative company with high visibility to the executive leadership team.

Contact

John Wu

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