Senior / Lead Purchaser (LCD) at Aumovio

Singapore, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Market Analysis, Supplier Strategy, Negotiation, Cost Reduction, Supplier Development, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cultural Understanding, Process Improvement, Contract Management, Supplier Selection, Sourcing, International Teams, Automotive Processes, Gap Analysis, Coaching, VDA 6.3 Audit

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Since its spin-off in September 2025 AUMOVIO continues the business of the former Continental group sector Automotive as an independent company. The technology and electronics company offers a wide-ranging portfolio that makes mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous. This includes sensor solutions, displays, braking and comfort systems as well as comprehensive expertise in software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for software-defined vehicles. In the fiscal year 2024 the business areas, which now belong to AUMOVIO, generated sales of 19.6 billion Euro. The company is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany and has about 87.000 employees in more than 100 locations worldwide. Job Description Support the development of a material and suppliers strategy : ▪ Conduct market analysis ▪ Support the strategy definition with crossfunctional partners ▪ Support the documentation and implementation of the supplier strategy in BA. Initiate the New Supplier Introduction Process Define the annual supplier list for own material groups which are reflected in the Category strategic paper based on Continental requirements Actively influence the sourcing process during development phase through: ▪ Supplier selection ▪ Negotiation of prices and closure of commercial conditions and contracts. ▪ Preparing Sourcing decision sheet and decision. ▪ Perform annual negotiations to constantly improve the cost situation of Continental Automotive in case of escalation Negotiate changes with suppliers Apply negotiation concepts (like Advanced negotiation concept) to actively support & execute bundling within the respective Category Ensure fulfillment of all necessary requirements by negotiating and concluding legally binding contracts with the respective suppliers Support re-design in cost reduction programs Drive improvement programs with suppliers Support new supplier development and maintain the supplier base in line with the strategy and technology roadmap of BA. Support supplier process development with focus on technology and methology including sub-supplier management in co-work with internal stakeholder. Support gap analysis at supplier and initiating repective action plan. Drives management escalation at supplier if necessary. Coaches and challenging the supplier processes to accelarate and ensure automotive processes readiness with on-site presence. Support releases of suppliers together with SQM via VDA 6.3.process audit. Coach and challenge the supplier processes to accelerate and ensure automotive processes readiness with on-site presence. Support releases of suppliers together with SQM via VDA 6.3.process audit. Qualifications University degree in Economics/Technical studies/Engineering or relevant professional experience 5 years of relevant experiences in Purchasing or Supplier Development. Capability to negotiate and operate with different cultures Experience in working with international teams on purchasing, quality, operations, engineering and supply chain topics. Understanding for different foreign cultures (NAFTA, Asia, several European cultures) Additional Information Ready to take your career to the next level? The future of mobility isn’t just anyone’s job. Make it yours! Join AUMOVIO. Own What’s Next.

Responsibilities

The Senior/Lead Purchaser will support the development of material and supplier strategies, conduct market analysis, and influence the sourcing process during the development phase. Responsibilities also include negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and driving improvement programs.