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Aptiv · 1 month ago

Category Manager (I.T.)

Troy, MI - USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Aptiv is a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems, committed to innovation and engineering excellence. They are seeking an IT Category Manager to develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive performance improvements within the Indirect IT Category team.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleRide SharingSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategies and sourcing plans that foster the highest level of commitment to continuous improvement in category and service quality, cost, delivery, service, and technology

Plans and directs activities within assigned categories to achieve the maximum measurable results

Serves as the principal liaison representing Aptiv external towards suppliers on all commercial and business relationship content, including but not limited to quality, cost, delivery, service, contracts, risks and technology objectives

Ensures supplier KPI’s are in place as applicable and needed to audit supplier results, financial performance, and technical capabilities

Ensures supplier commercial and operational processes and principles meet requirements in support of best cost, financial performance, and technical capabilities

Leads, directs and manages any commercial negotiations involving the assigned categories and/or services

Collects, and coordinates business and technical requirements from the stakeholder, and supporting functions for negotiations

Drives & Innovates supplier’s improvements and performance by identifying and implementing solutions to business problems, independently cross-functional and globally as appropriate within assigned categories

Interfaces with functional and business stakeholders as required

Execution of stated goals and objectives toward the defined annual operating and strategic plans

Critical to acquire a full understanding of various marketplace conditions and environments as well as the regional and global implications

Represents Aptiv supplier interests within Aptiv towards all functions, levels, and stakeholders regionally and globally as applicable and required within the assigned categories

Qualification

Strategic procurementSupply chain managementContract negotiationIT sourcing experienceAnalytical skillsStakeholder managementSupplier relationship managementCommercial agreementsTCO modelingSourcing methodologiesInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationProblem solvingSelf-starterFast-paced environmentFeedback strategies

Required

8+ years of experience in strategic procurement and supply chain management in a technology-related industry

Prior experience in a similar global role sourcing IT Software, Hardware, Network, Telco and/or Cloud services (5+ years)

Strategic sourcing, financial and business opportunity analysis, comfort with legal frameworks, and contract negotiation skills

Knowledge of the best sourcing practices and the methodologies used for this category of IT supplier /partner

Good understanding of commercial agreements. Experience drafting and negotiating contracts (reviewing redlines, identifying and offering solutions to potential issues)

Open-minded self-starter who can provide insightful feedback, strategies, and thoughts to their stakeholders and suppliers

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced matrixed environment

Strong analytical skills required - should cost and TCO modeling

Strong relationship and interpersonal skills to be applied in working with partners across the entire contract life cycle

Excellent written and verbal communication and problem solving skills

Must be legally able to work in the U.S. without any type of visa sponsorship/transfer at any time (now or in the future)

Must be a local resident of the Metro Detroit area with ability to work on campus