Program Buyer

Program Buyer - Procurement Expert

FORVIA HELLA is a leading international automotive supplier, part of the FORVIA Group, the seventh largest supplier of automotive technologies worldwide. As a global market leader in high-growth areas, we employ 157,000 people worldwide. Our Business Group Lifecycle Solutions covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Engineering graduate in Mechanical/Electronics stream with 5-8 years of experience in an Automotive OEM's / Tier1 in a Purchase / Buyer role.
• Basic knowledge of products, such as ECUs, Control Modules, Controllers, EMS, Connectivity devices, Sensors.
• Key Manufacturers and their Costing Knowledge of Mechanical, Electronics and Electrical components, like Plastics, Metal, Diecasting, Mechanic Hybrids and PCB.
• Must have experience in M-BOM and E-BOM costing.
• Able to handle escalations on Delivery, Quality and Cost in the interest of internal customers.
• Should be able to work with global matrix teams and develop suppliers as per future business needs.
• Be able to generate cost-saving ideas through commercial benchmarking and competitive bidding.
• Must have exposure on local Electronic & Electrical part Manufacturers, Distributors and Brokers.
• Knowledge of SAP MM module is a must, and Project Management skills are desired.
• Computer skills, especially in MS Office, and good knowledge in PowerPoint presentation skills.
• Should have managed global suppliers and able to take decisions to ensure Quality, Price and Delivery.
• Should be a strong negotiator with know-how on manufacturing processes and problem-solving skills.
• Knows the RFQ process, sourcing with cost benchmarking to arrive at the right decision.
• Good communication skills and fast decision-maker.

Your Qualifications

• Engineering graduate in Mechanical/Electronics stream with 5-8 years of experience in an Automotive OEM's / Tier1 in a Purchase / Buyer role.

FORVIA HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.