Indirect Sourcing Operations Buyer (Country Buyer)

In that role, a person will work closely with tactical buyers, strategic sourcing, and stakeholders to manage deals valued up to $50K in the EMEA region.

Key responsibilities will include delivering PR to PO (Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order) according to the targets, cost-saving targets, ensuring effective RFx process, process compliance, and execution of category strategy.

  • Responsible for managing indirect PR to PO transactions, taking into consideration process compliance, timeliness, and category strategy.
  • Manage sourcing spend effectively and deliver consistent cost savings.
  • Responsible for stakeholder management; internal stakeholder and supplier management
  • Assist Indirect SCM Help Desk queries.
  • Support in improving the structure spend metrics through increasing eCatalog/ERP contracts/Blanked Orders adoption.
  • Manage end-to-end RFx activities (Request for Information, Request for Proposal, and Request for Quotation) assuring compliance through the process.

Your Background:

  • 3-4 years relevant experience (ideally in cross-functional supply chain/procurement area)
  • Bachelor or equivalent degree
  • English language B2 in writing and speaking
  • Stakeholder Management, Time management, and prioritization skills
  • Negotiations skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced matrixed environment.

Nice to have:

  • French language B1/B2 in writing and speaking
  • Experience in initiations of process improvement
  • Experience in leading the team
  • Ability to develop and grow in the organization

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:

  • Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones

  • Well-Being Program that includes regular webinars, workshops, and networking events

  • Flexible working hours

  • Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer (you get + 3,5% on each gross salary)

  • Access to sports groups and Multisport card

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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