Aptiv · 1 day ago
Product Line Purchasing Manager
Troy, MI - USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAptiv is dedicated to creating innovative solutions that enhance the safety and convenience of vehicle systems. The Product Line Purchasing Manager will support growth through supplier selection and management while ensuring operational excellence and program profitability across the product line.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleRide SharingSoftware
Responsibilities
Lead a team of Program Line Purchasing Leaders, act as escalation point for PLPL’s, assign targets In line with business needs and ensure targets are being met
Report out and lead presentations to top leadership
Drive accountability and ownership of PLPLs
Lead Supplier selection including the RFQ process, supplier evaluation and communication as well as key participation in sourcing decisions
Manage global procurement activities for the Global Product Line across all customer projects worldwide
Responsible for the change management process for Procurement as well as project planning
Represent the SCM team when working across the functions (Sales, Engineering etc.) and lead technical supplier discussions
Act as the central interface between the Global Product Line and central SCM team (material field related purchasing, quality functions)
Lead and represent SCM in global reviews with the Senior Management Team
Deliver committed material performance for projects globally. Drive Categories to deliver on P2P and Engineering to deliver on Design Cost Saving Initiatives
Support the business in research and use of new technology suppliers
Manage global SCM financial Risk& Opportunity Tracker
Qualification
Required
Results Driven: Proven ability to get results in challenging environment
Ability to Influence: Ability to communicate clearly with an understanding of the audience and to present ideas and gain commitments that are crucial to the success of the business
Creative Thinker: Demonstrated ability to think innovatively, creatively to resolve problems
Strategic Approach: Strategic thinking with the ability and experience to develop, implement and document strategies and execution plans for long term initiatives
Written/verbal communication skills; ability to communicate at senior leadership levels
Teamwork: Aware & understands international & virtual teamwork; demonstrated ability to develop and foster strong cross-functional relationships Knowledge of the Semiconductor market, key suppliers, products and trends
Experience and Knowledge: Management experience (8y+) in Purchasing or Engineering, specifically within the automotive industry
Valid U.S. Passport with ability to travel domestically, as well as, internationally
Education: degree (Bachelor or higher) in industrial, electrical/mechanical engineering
Local resident of Metro Detroit area with ability to work on campus
Preferred
Lean Expertise
Additional languages (Spanish, Chinese)
Experience in Safety Electronics
Benefits
Private health care effective day 1 of employment
Life and accident insurance
Hybrid and flexible working hours
Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
Relocation assistance may be available
Learning and development opportunities
Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
Recognition for innovation and excellence
Opportunities to give back to the community
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Fertility Coverage
Company
Aptiv
Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener, and more connected solutions, which enable the future of mobility.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (85)
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2022 (197)
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2020 (97)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.97BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $2.15B
2024-06-04Post Ipo Debt· $816.13M
2017-12-04IPO
Leadership Team
Rodney O'Neal
CEO & President
Varun Laroyia
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
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