Director Procurement Capital Equipment

1 week ago

Shanghai, China Clarios Full time

About the Director/Manager Procurement Capital Equipment Role
As a Director/Manager, you will play a crucial role in operating and managing the procurement portfolio of suppliers to support the strategic growth and investments to deliver new and replacement manufacturing capacity. This leader should have a strong capability to manage complex business accounts and relationships that support Clarios business growth. The director will need to analyze and leverage an array of technical and financial data to inform and drive improvement in these key supplier account relationships, develop forward-looking demand curves, and inform supplier’s own business strategies. You will have the opportunity to manage our global and regional partners across the Capital equipment landscape in supporting the company’s growth plans and objectives. In this position, you will collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Program Management, Environmental Health and Safety, and manufacturing facilities to enable long-term operational strategy. This role reports directly to the Director of Strategic Procurement at our Milwaukee Headquarters and indirectly reports to the Executive Director of Procurement Asia. This role will be based in China.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field 8-10 years of experience in Procurement, Operations and Engineering with hands-on experience in Capital Equipment Sourcing. Direct experience in sourcing in China Some Travel required

Key Responsibilities

Directly manage strategic supplier relationships Create and drive 3-5 year equipment and sourcing strategies for assigned capital investment projects globally that aligned with the Regional Sourcing teams. Ensure project sourcing objectives, actions and priorities are aligned both with key stakeholders. Procurement of all capex and supplies needed to bring manufacturing capacity online (systems, sub-systems, equipment, and spare parts) and services (consulting, engineering and planning) for the assigned specialist areas or investment projects. Plays a key role in supporting the drafting of the capital approval that will ultimately be approved by leadership. Plan, lead and execute negotiations of commercial terms and contracting for supply agreements. Drive awareness of supply issues within the project, clarifying business impact and lead resolution plans. Interact with Engineering and Operations teams to develop project statement of requirements Drive cost improvement, savings, below market costs, and extended payment terms that drive free trade working capital Monitor and engage needed services for installation and ongoing maintenance and support Drive the CapEx bid and award process including RFQ development and timing to meet program requirements in coordination with all the regional procurement teams. Participate in development projects related to CapEx purchases, IT implementation and operational efficiencies projects Monitor and evaluate supplier relationships and ensure the highest quality and technology available in conjunction with competitive prices and industry standard terms and conditions Work closely with Project Management to monitor supplier performance metrics and actively participate in the tracking and reporting of said metrics to drive supplier accountability.

Success at Clarios means being a team player

Strong Negotiation Skills Strong written and oral communication skills Strong analytical and planning skills Experience in Capital and Construction Procurement

What you Get

Growth and experience working inside the world’s largest battery company with relationships with nearly every OEM and Aftermarket brand in the markets where we operate. Enjoy competitive compensation with performance incentives, full health benefits eligible on Day 1, career development and learning, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, Clarios wellness program, paid holidays, sick days, personal days, and more.

About the Candidate

We are looking for a leader that takes results personally, acting with accountability and transparency. You embrace change and thrive working with a high level of independence in a continuously evolving environment. You are great at building cross-functional relationships and credibility with business leaders, your teams, external stakeholders and peers. You communicate and engage across your stakeholders delivering impactful messages, negotiating with complex variables, and influencing outcomes.

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