Supplier Performance Management: Lead or coordinate with internal stakeholders to drive continuous supplier performance improvement, covering quality, on‑time delivery, cost competitiveness, technical and process innovation, sustainability, and overall supplier responsiveness.
Purchasing Productivity & Cost Optimization: Deliver purchasing productivity through effective negotiation, supplier change initiatives, and cost benchmarking. RFQ & Commercial Negotiation: Manage RFQ, commercial evaluation, and negotiation processes to achieve competitive prices while ensuring optimal supplier selection. Project Support & Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Lead or contribute to cross‑functional projects (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, etc.) to achieve purchasing objectives. Upstream Supply Chain Improvement: Provide operational support and drive actions related to risk mitigation, capacity alignment, and supply continuity. Category & Supplier Strategy Execution: Manage suppliers in alignment with category strategies, including business concentration, new supplier introduction, supplier relationship management. AI‑enabled Procurement & Digital Literacy: Demonstrate AI and digital literacy to enhance procurement efficiency and decision support. Data‑Driven & Analytical Mindset: Utilize data, analytics, and digital tools for fact‑based decision making in sourcing and supplier management.