Freudenberg Group ยท 3 weeks ago
Director, Program Purchasing
Freudenberg Oil & Gas Technologies AS is seeking a Director of Program Purchasing to oversee all supply chain activities for the Air Springs business unit in the Americas. The role involves leading the program buying team and ensuring effective negotiation and execution of supply contracts while adhering to global SCM frameworks.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for all supply chain activities in the region Americas for the Air Springs business unit
Lead and support program buying team in implementation of cost, optimized product design, estimates, negotiation, contracting, etc
Lead the negotiation, execution, and governance of direct material supply contracts in alignment with program timing, cost targets, and global sourcing strategies
Ensure consistent application of global SCM frameworks while addressing regional business, supplier, and regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management or relatable technical field
5+ years of experience in direct purchasing in an automotive environment, including team leadership
Strong cost & quality mindset
Willing to travel
This role is on-site in either Farmington Hills, MI or South Haven, MI therefore successful candidates will be within a commutable distance of either location
Preferred
SAP experience preferred
Company
Freudenberg Group
Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations.
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