Job Overview
Defines the vision and executes the strategy centrally for all LEAR locations in EMEA region for both Electrical Systems and Seating Systems Divisions.
Manages the contracts, e-catalogs and Punch-Out’s within a group of commodities within MRO.
Ensures cost effective procurement and delivery of material and service to support plant and customer requirements.
Supports administration of orders/contracts and purchasing function.
Assumes the role of a central Strategic Category Buyer.
Key Tasks
* Identify, develop and provide long term sourcing strategies and synergies, lead key projects with cross-functional teams.
* Maintenance, negotiations and improvement of Contracts
* Lead commercial relationships with suppliers, aiming towards achieving the most optimal solution for the company.
* Indirect material and MRO, cost reduction, supplier quality and certification
* Work on policies and procedures within the special area and administer them together with the other departments across the organization.
* Manage the Request For Quotations sourcing rationales in consistency with the category strategy.
Key Requirements
* BS/BA, Master or equivalent experience.
* +5 years of experience in purchasing as Category Buyer
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