Lead Global Sourcing Manager - ICE & EV Component Purchasing

About the role

The Lead Global Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading a global Creativity Team. Primary responsibility is to develop and implement sourcing strategies on a global basis by working with cross functional stakeholders to meet sourcing objectives, achieve cost savings deliverables and support supplier development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a robust commodity strategy based on market and technology trends for key commodities
• Maintain sourcing pipeline and Business Over Time, benchmarking data, CT strategy presentations, global budget and on-time metrics
• Lead ECT meeting with cross-functional stakeholders
• Support SMT leadership with business planning and top supplier development initiatives
• Work with SGM counterparts to improve and align global strategy for future programs
• Support global/regional buyers with resolution of issues which require global leadership engagement
• Keep abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise
• Adhere to corporate and unit purchasing and accounting practices and procedures
• Utilize the GPSC sourcing process to manage sourcing packages (RFQ, Quote Analysis and Source Selection) and to establish a capable/competitive global supply base
• Analyze and apply appropriate tools, i.e., benchmarking, global competitive sourcing, value chain analysis, supplier negotiations, engineering change cost containment, technical cost reduction, part/system reuse, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, engineering, logistics or product development
• Developed organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
• Experience leading the assessment and resolution of commercial issues with complex global suppliers and assessing supplier performance
• Experience supporting executives in business planning activities and supplier development
• Demonstrated competence in negotiation skills
• High level of oral and written communication skills
• High level of interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others and to collaborate cross-functionally across multiple regions
• High level of analytical ability where problems can be complex
• High level of capability to work independently
• Proficient with Microsoft office products - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Able to travel 10-15% of time domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA is preferred
• Automotive industry experience
• Understanding of program deliverables and profitability
• Knowledge of materials management
• Capable of interpreting market data
• Able to understand basic engineering documents
• Solid knowledge of contract law and its applications regarding purchasing processes
• Ability to work globally, independently, and self-directed