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October 5, 2024

Aptiv plc

Ciudad Juárez


Category Leader M&E

  • Position Summary
    You'll be responsible for leading key mechanical product lines, machines, and equipment and supporting other mechanical portfolios as required. In this role, you'll influence the supply and sourcing strategy and have global accountability for strategy implementation. You'll also lead specific supplier relationships and support the different Business Units and regions on strategic and operational topics.
    As part of the Supply Chain Management organization, you'll report to the Global Category Manager and play an integral part in our team.


    My Role:
    • Implement category (commodity) strategies that create competitive advantage and capture value for the product lines
    • Influence robust global category strategy development and lead global strategy implementation across all business units
    • Build and maintain major cross-product line supplier relationships with ongoing performance and capability evaluation
    • Lead category-specific strategic supplier events, such as Supplier Workshops, Quarterly Business Reviews and Executive Management Reviews
    • Lead negotiations of corporate-wide supplier contracts, including Terms & Conditions, payment terms, Strategic Agreements and Logistic Agreements
    • Create, lead and monitor supplier development & risk mitigation plans
    • Qualify/categorize/approve suppliers
    • Acquiring the best price, negotiating offers with the highest savings potential /cost avoidance
    • Identifying, implementing and approving cost-improving initiatives
    • Preparing cost-saving workshops and supporting corrective actions
    • Develop and management of e-Catalogue and ERP contract strategies.
    • Establishing a purchasing plan and managing sourcing for commercial transactions from US$ 250.000
    • Analyzing market, expenses and key suppliers within the managed category

    My Background:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
    • +3 Years of experience in related areas.
    • Advanced English
    • Experience purchasing subject components within the Automotive Industry
    • Process Engineering for Machines & Equipment experience (desired)
    • Very Good knowledge of MS Office ( Excel, Power point..)
    • Understanding of Lean principles and how to apply them to a Strategic Sourcing role to reduce waste and contribute to a high-performing team
    • Ability to travel both locally and globally (US Visa)
    • Empowered decision maker/relationship-builder with high integrity
    • Strong problem-solving skills in high-pressure scenarios
    • Commercial acumen & analytical skills to assess supplier financial information and capability
    • Very good team work skills
    • Project management and business planning skills

    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:
    • Compensation package, including Major Medical Insurance & Life Insurance
    • Flexible Retirement Plan
    • Learning, professional growth and development in a world recognized international environment
    • Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications
    • Scholarships
    • Recognition for innovation and excellence
    • Opportunities to give back to the community
    • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
    • Recognition for innovation and excellence
    • Tuition Reimbursement

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    Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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