Program Buyer

Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?
 

Your Role:

As a Program Buyer New Business Pursuit, you will be part of the SCM EMEA quotations team and be responsible for materials costs calculations for all new programs Aptiv is targeting to win to support continuous growing.

In your daily work you will:

• Be Responsible for the direct contact with suppliers to obtain best prices and delivery terms conditions according Aptiv Purchasing strategy
• Prepare cost estimations
• Performing bench marking activities to obtain most competitive market prices
• Supporting the implementation of Category strategies through best Suppliers integration
• Participate in daily meetings with all different EMEA teams, assuring good level of communication
• Capacity to observe and “think out of the box” to provide inputs with aim of improving processes and tools

Your Background:

• Degree from commercial, technical university or SCM (preferable)
• Min. 2 years business experience in Purchasing or Sales or Engineering (preferable)
• Good knowledge of  MS Office / Good Skills in Excel / Macros creation / PBI / Power Apps
• Excellent verbal and written English language skills is mandatory (any other language is considered as a plus)
• Good communication skills and taste for teamwork is a key for this role
• Good English communication skills in written and spoken (mandatory)
• Organizational skills, it is essential for the role
• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities

Why Join Us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying. On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies:https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention-to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/

This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence.

We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry-leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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