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ABOUT US

PHINIA: Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow.

PHINIA is a diversified industrial supplier and global leader in the development of fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions, with a strong portfolio of trusted brands that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY®, and HARTRIDGE™. With over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships, PHINIA has approximately 12,500 talented employees and over 40 locations in 20 countries and is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA. Read More

JOB PURPOSE

Job purpose Strategically manage the sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of production materials and components in order to ensure cost effective, high quality, and on time supply that supports manufacturing operations and new product launches.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Commercially align strategic suppliers to help create value for the company through price competitiveness and commitment to long-term cost reduction.
- Negotiate with suppliers in line with Plant savings target.

- Creation, execution and monitoring of cost reduction projects in accordance with the annual budget.
- Comparative cost analysis of supplier quotations and investment projects.

- Create strategy for raw material price reduction, negotiation, new/dual sourcing, volume increase, VA/VE, process improvement, etc. of your commodities.

- Maintain up-to-date pricing in ERP system.
- Price control and management (raw material market fluctuation and exchange rate).
- Contract generation with supply base (NDA/Framework/AL/T&C/Consignment).

- Participate and obtain Sourcing Board approval of business allocation proposals required in the development of its savings projects or new programmes, as necessary.
- Location and development of suppliers in strategic regions for the company.

- Actively participate with the cross-functional project team in the development of components or processes.

- Guarantee and confirm the production capacity of suppliers.

- Manage supply risks (shortages, currency fluctuations, geopolitical issues) working with inter-department teams.

- Participate in Annual Inventory.

What we’re looking for

• Education: Electrical Engineer, Electronic Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Administration or related degree.
• Time of experience in similar position: 4 years or more in similar position (in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles)
• Technical knowledge required: Quality Systems, Supplier Development, Project Management, Costs, Negotiation, Manufacturing Processes,
• Other requirements: Microsoft Office, SAP. ERP
• English Required: Proficient

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

For this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country where the position is based. Only in certain circumstances, based on business need, does PHINIA provide sponsorship for employment visa status.

NO UNAUTHORIZED REFERRALS

PHINIA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or third-party vendors. Any recruitment partnership must be approved in writing by Human Resources before candidate submissions are made.

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Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow. Join us on this shared journey to a brighter tomorrow. For more information about PHINIA, please visit www.phinia.com.