Deputy Manager_Category Buyer- SCM Indirect purchase_14+ years

Help shape the future of mobility.

Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv's passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.

Aptiv is currently searching for Buyer – Services Category (Corporate & Facility Services) to be part of their India- Tactical Sourcing team. Person will work closely with tactical sourcing, strategic sourcing and stakeholders located in Aptiv facilities located across India (14-Sights) to manage deals value up to $250k (Single), Consolidated Value Spend per Year close to $60M . This person may need to support strategic deal (Greater than $250K as well) from time to time or when requested. Key responsibilities will include running RFx, commercial and contractual negotiation, supporting and execution of category strategy within the threshold, and drive cost savings ( Price To Price, Usage, Cost Avoidance). Successful candidate will be required to have a good understanding of Sourcing & procurement process.

As the role requires engagement with cross country stake holders and suppliers, seeking people with good knowledge of supplier base, negotiation and analytical skills.

Your Role

• Responsible to manage source, negotiate and contract for Service Category (Corporate & Facility)

• Responsible to deliver cost saving, supplier rationalization, spend consolidation, compliance in contracting and improved payment terms etc.

• Manage end to end Source to contract cycle for Service category

• Manage end to end of RFx activities

• Partner with strategic team to implement the Service category strategy

• Responsible for stakeholder management ; internal stakeholder and supplier management

Your Background

Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:

• Experience in sourcing and contracting for HR Services, Contract Labor, Engineering Services, Consultancy, Canteen, Transportation, Facility Management, Construction, Security, Housekeeping, Waste/Scrap disposal, etc.

• Negotiation skills

• Experience in leading a team

• Stakeholder Management (global/regional suppliers and stakeholder)

• Strong relationship and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work in a fast paced matrixed environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications (including PowerPoint, Excel and Word)

• Excellent written and verbal communication and problem solving skills

• Highly driven and motivated

Bonus

• 13-year+ experience in managing Service Category

• Business Degree or equivalent

• Supply Chain qualifications (e.g. CIPS, IIPMM)

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv.Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Higher Education Opportunities (UDACITY, UDEMY, COURSERA are available for your continuous growth and development);

• Life  and accident insurance;

• Sodexo cards for food and beverages

• Well Being Program that includes regular workshops and networking events;

• EAP Employee Assistance;

• Access to fitness clubs (T&C apply);

• Creche facility for working parents;

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