Category Leader - Indirect Professional Services at Aptiv

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

5 years of experience in Supply chain or Procurement of indirect services
Experience in managing sourcing projects across different markets around the globe
Exposure in sourcing services across different business areas (e.g. Tax, IT, Manufacturing, HR, Engineering etc)
Experience in working in a matrix organization with various functional stakeholders and across various Regions
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and capable of delivering within deadlines
Self-motivated and ability to work in a geographically dispersed team
Solid Technical/Commercial/Financial knowledge to operate intelligently and persuasively with suppliers, business line and engineering leadership
Superior oral and written communication & selling skills
Fully competent with MS suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint etc); Tableau experience would be advantageous

Responsibilities

Create and manage RFx events, supplier evaluations, negotiations, supplier selection and recommendations for deals within your scope
Develop and monitor key performance indicators for all engagements
Ensure full compliance with SCM policy and procedures in Aptiv for all sourcing events
Act as escalation point for relationship of Suppliers and stakeholders
Analyze category spend regularly and identify opportunities to achieve cost savings/avoidance
Perform market analysis within the managed category
Prepare reports, documentation to support initiative tracking
Establish and maintain close relationship with internal and external stakeholders

Skills

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Sourcing

RFx

Supplier Evaluation

Negotiations

Market Analysis

KPI Monitoring

Contract Administration

Risk Management

Aptiv

Develops integrated systems for vehicles

About Aptiv

Aptiv develops integrated vehicle systems for the automotive industry, focusing on software-defined vehicles. Their products help tackle challenges related to autonomous driving, vehicle electrification, and advanced safety features. Aptiv collaborates with major car manufacturers and other mobility stakeholders to enhance vehicle performance and safety through their technological solutions. Unlike many competitors, Aptiv emphasizes a partnership model, providing ongoing support and integration of their systems into vehicles. The company's goal is to improve the overall driving experience and safety in vehicles while advancing the future of mobility.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters

1994Year Founded

$7.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & TransportationIndustries

10,001+Employees

Risks

Amazon's entry into connected cars increases competition for Aptiv.

Investment in MAXIEYE exposes Aptiv to geopolitical and regulatory risks.

Oragadam plant expansion may strain finances if demand doesn't meet expectations.

Differentiation

Aptiv integrates software and systems for autonomous driving and vehicle electrification.

The company collaborates with major car manufacturers for software-defined vehicle solutions.

Aptiv operates 14 technical centers globally, enhancing its R&D capabilities.

Upsides

Aptiv's investment in MAXIEYE expands its presence in the Chinese automotive market.

The Oragadam plant expansion increases production capacity for advanced vehicle systems.

Participation in CES 2025 showcases Aptiv's leadership in automotive technology innovation.

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