Job Description

Division

Vehicle Networking and Information (VNI)



Sub project leader for material topics in the project team

Responsibility to control the supplier-related milestones during the product development phase in-time sourcing:
Involvement of suppliers at a very early point of time
Continuous feedback of APQP / PPAP status from SQM
Follow-up on supplier and material status
Drive and control the change management process for components toward the suppliers and CM/SQM
Ensure a smooth and comprehensive hand-over to Plant Purchasing
Analyze future material needs of BAs and responsibility for technical changes until SOP

Responsibility to control the sourcing process for
pre-selection of supplier:
Ensure availability of NDA with each involved supplier
Request for quotation
Adherence to supplier and material strategies
Support final negotiations in conjunction with Category Purchasing
Ensure in time Supplier Component Review e.g. by organizing/inviting the meetings.
Create and update the Sourcing Documentation until official e-sign

Support Cost Reduction Programs for BA's products after SOP:
Re-design to cost / CRP program
Responsibility for sourcing after SOP for BA-specific parts or if the BA has triggered the sourcing

Commercial responsibility for the material costs of the BA products:
Calculate and control Bill-of-Material (BOM) during acquisition phase
Develop concepts of cost efficient design with R&D to enable customer award

Responsibility to meet BOM cost before SOP
Design-to-cost activities during product development phase to achieve material cost committed during acquisition phase (PCIS)
Responsibility to support ordering of B/C-samples for the location/projects
Support to analyze the needs of new technology with Project Team.
Support to introduce new supplier(s)
Conveys time-to-time market situation

Job Category

Purchasing

Job Requirements

Degree in Engineering / Science / Supply Management
With 7 year years working experience in Purchasing / Sourcing function and/or Cross-functional experience
Good understanding of cost structure
Capability to negotiate and operate with different cultures as well as to communicate with
international teams
Willing to travel

About Continental

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of EUR33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.

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Job Flexibility

Hybrid Job

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Leadership Level

Leading Self