Job Description:
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* We are seeking an experienced professional to lead the European purchasing function with a strong focus on building and managing a new team in Portugal.
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The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading cross-functional procurement teams, identifying and qualifying suppliers, and implementing sourcing strategies.
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Specific Responsibilities:
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* Provide strategic and operational leadership for all European purchasing activities
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* Build and lead cross-functional procurement teams in Germany, Slovakia and a new team under set up in Portugal
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* Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers with a focus on tooling and moulding, particularly in Portugal and Turkey
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* Support implementation of global-local (G-local) sourcing strategies
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* Lead complex supplier negotiations, audits, and strategic sourcing initiatives
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* Develop and execute Low-Cost Country (LCC) sourcing strategies, with an emphasis on supplier consolidation
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* Manage and coordinate sourcing projects across multiple international sites
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* Present purchasing strategies and results to executive leadership and key stakeholders
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Requirements:
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* Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
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* Minimum 5–7 years of leadership experience in strategic procurement, ideally within automotive and/or Aftermarket sector
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* In-depth knowledge of tooling/mould procurement and industrial sourcing
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* Proven expertise in international purchasing processes, ideally within LCC environments such as Portugal, Turkey, Eastern Europe and Best Cost Countries
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* Fluency in Portuguese is mandatory
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* Very good command of English or German is required
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* Strong leadership capabilities, including team-building across multiple countries and remote team management
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* Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
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* Willingness to travel internationally
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* Proficient in MS Office and SAP R3
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