Minimum requirements:

A Degree / Diploma in the following disciplines – Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance, Business Management OR

A technical trade (e.g. Toolmaker) supported by an NTC 6 qualification.

A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the automotive industry.


Valued competencies:

A good understanding of MIDP, APDP and NIPP principles

Negotiation & Problem solving skills

Oral and written Communication skills

Presentation skills

Above average computer literacy, especially MS Office package

Financial analysis & Costing ability

Business management & Project management skills

Customer interface & Conflict management skills

Ability to interpret technical data

Self-motivated and driven

German language proficiency


Responsibilities:

The identification & development of local and import parts & tooling in order to meet project requirements.

Establish benchmark pricing and perform value analysis to ensure competitiveness.

Conduct quotes and sourcing activities via various purchasing systems & prepare and present recommendations for managerial decision making purposes.

Seek & develop new supply sources, nationally and internationally.

Negotiate supplier price adjustments.

Negotiate and maintain commercial contracts with suppliers.

Perform capacity planning to ensure supplier tooling & facilities can adequately support production requirements.

Incorporate engineering changes or quality improvements into existing components.

Identify local sources of supply for potential export components to the company.

Prime project management accountability for ensuring components are approved by Engineering or Quality and introduced into production or exported.