About Us
JOB DESCRIPTION
GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers.
Role purpose
Responsible for sourcing products and local suppliers (CG0) for commodities not managed centrally, typically outsourced manufacturing/subcontracting, requiring local knowledge and coordination with plant manufacturing capacity and outsourcing strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* Procurement
Achieve procurement goals and support others while following established systems and protocols.
* Identify contract requirements and write specifications for existing or new contracts.
* Coordinate activities of subcontractors and suppliers, acting as a primary contact within a contract management plan.
* Support vendor negotiations and manage buying for assigned products or services.
* Produce reports by collecting data from standard sources.
* Prepare documents using standard office applications and summarize data for reports.
* Gather market information on costs, dynamics, innovation, and suppliers for decision-making.
* Evaluate costs and identify opportunities to improve profitability.
* Support change initiatives with basic analysis and project updates.
* Resolve queries from customers or suppliers regarding policies and procedures.
* Support stakeholder engagement by organizing actions, meetings, and events.
Values & Behaviours
* Ingenious: Manages complexity by analyzing and understanding complex information to solve problems effectively.
* Commercial mindset: Applies financial indicators to make informed business decisions.
* Effective decision making: Makes timely, independent decisions that advance organizational goals.
* Collaborative: Builds relationships and navigates organizational dynamics effectively.
* Principled: Holds self and others accountable, communicates effectively, and manages challenging conversations.
* Driven: Plans work to meet commitments and adopts new technologies proactively.
Skills
* Data analysis and trend reporting
* Costing, budgeting, and finance tasks
* Negotiation and vendor management
* Supervision of construction and property projects
* Data management and compliance
* Managing vendors to optimize results
* Understanding of laws, regulations, and policies
Technical Competences
* Supplier negotiation and development
* Reporting and monitoring KPIs
* Effective communication in English
* Cost analysis and problem-solving
* Team collaboration under pressure
* Implementing strategies at local and regional levels
Essential Competences
* BSc in procurement, business management, or engineering
* Experience in international procurement in the automotive industry
* 1-3 years in purchasing, controls, and supplier evaluation
* Fluent in English with an international outlook
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