Job Description

Purchasing Executive (M/F/D) Location Chennai - Tamil Nadu, IndiaFORVIA HELLA is a listed, international automotive supplier. Coming together with Faurecia in the FORVIA Group, we build the world's seventh largest supplier of automotive technologies. As a global market leader in high-growth areas, FORVIA employs 157,000 people worldwide. FORVIA HELLA therein stands for high-performance lighting technology and automotive electronics. At the same time, we cover a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles with our Business Group Lifecycle Solutions. With around 37,500 employees at over 125 locations, the Company is active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of xe2x82xac 8.1 billion on a preliminary basis in the fiscal year 2023.YOUR TASKSWe are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, preferably within the automobile industry, and possess comprehensive knowledge of commodities such as plastic molding, stamping, and electronics.Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct supplier assessments and manage supplier relationships.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure the best possible outcomes.
• Oversee supplier new product development and manage change processes.
• Handle procurement activities for international suppliers.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project requirements and deadlines.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years to maximum 5 years of experience in procurement.

• Preferred experience in the automobile field.

• Strong commodity knowledge in plastic molding, stamping, and electronics.

• Proven skills in supplier assessment, negotiation, new product development, and change management.

• Excellent communication skills in English.

• Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.
• Experience in handling international suppliers.

Skills Required:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in SAP and other procurement software is a plus.

Even if you do not meet all our requirements, do not hesitate to apply to us, because the further development of our employees is very important to us and opens up a wide range of opportunities for you in our company.FORVIA HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.HELLA India Automotive Pvt Ltd.
Gokulakrishnan Vijayakumar

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