**About Us** GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers. **Role purpose** Responsible for the sourcing of products and local suppliers (CG0) for commodities that are not managed centrally (typically outsourced manufacturing/subcontracting) and require local knowledge and coordination with the plant manufacturing variable capacity and outsourcing strategy. **Key responsibilities** 1. ProcurementAchieve specific procurement goals or provide support to others while following established procurement systems and protocols. 2. Contract RequirementsIdentify contract requirements and write specifications for a small portfolio or area of the business for existing contracts and/or new contracts. 3. Contract ManagementDeliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan. 4. BuyingSupport the purchasing team with vendor negotiations. Manage buying for an assigned group of products or services. 5. Data Collection and AnalysisProduce accurate reports for others by collecting data from a variety of standard sources and inputting it into standard formats. 6. Document PreparationPrepare moderately complex documents using a variety of applications for technology devices, such as standard office software. Also responsible for gathering and summarizing data for reports. 7. SourcingCollect and collate information on the key cost drivers, market dynamics and issues, areas of innovation, and alternative suppliers to provide solid market information to more senior colleagues for decision-making. 8. Cost AccountingEvaluate costs and identify variances or opportunities to improve profitability for more senior colleagues. 9. Operational ComplianceAct as a team member supporting a change initiative by providing basic analysis, project plan updates, and other support to deliver prescribed outcomes. 10. Information and Business AdviceResolve queries from internal or external customers or suppliers by providing information on policies and/or procedures, referring complex issues to others. 11. Stakeholder EngagementSupport stakeholder engagement by arranging actions, meetings, and events. **Values & Behaviours** + Ingenious: Manages complexityMakes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. For example, looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options. + Ingenious: Commercial mindsetInterprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. For example, determines and estimates the main direct and indirect costs; makes generally appropriate decisions regarding expenditures. Studies financial and quantitative information; uses data to improve performance. + Ingenious: Effective decision makingMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. For example, knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs,decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions. + Collaborative: Builds relationshipsBuilds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, enlists a range of stakeholders to add value; ensures they are well informed and surprises are avoided. Confronts and challenges "us vs. them"; shows strong appreciation for others' efforts toward shared goals. + Collaborative: Navigates organisational dynamicsManeuvers comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics. For example, has a firm grasp on organizational culture and politics; connects with key stakeholders and knows when to bring something to their attention. + Principled: AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. For example, accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others. + Principled: Communicates effectivelyDevelops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. For example, listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing. + Principled: Manages challenging conversationsSteps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. For example, shares own ideas and points of view openly, regardless of potential criticism or risk; shows conviction when faced with adversity and challenges; raises difficult topics to be sure they are addressed. + Driven: PrioritisationPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. For example, outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work. + Driven: Early technical adopterAnticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. For example, investigates technologies to learn some cutting-edge best practices. Uses digital/social media to benefit the team and add value to the work being done; understands how to avoid misuse of these tools. **Skills** + Data Collection and AnalysisWorks without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on analyzing data trends for use in reports to help guide decision making. + Costing and BudgetingWorks without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on costing, budgeting and finance tasks. + NegotiationUses comprehensive knowledge and skills to negotiate independently while providing guidance and training to others on how to help the organization by obtaining consensus between two or more internal or external parties who may have different interests. + Contract ManagementSupervises the construction of assigned properties according to instructions without supervision and provides technical guidance as needed. + Data ControlWorks under guidance (but not constant supervision) to acquire, organize, protect and process data to fulfill business objectives. + Supplier ManagementUses comprehensive knowledge and skills to act independently while guiding and training others on managing vendors so that they deliver the best possible results given available resources. + Compliance ManagementWorks with guidance (but not constant supervision) to achieve full compliance with applicable rules and regulations in management and/or operations. + Policy and RegulationWorks with guidance (but not constant supervision) to interpret and apply knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in area of expertise. **Essential Competences** + BS Degree in procurement, business management or engineering. + Experience in international Procurement teams in a global industrial / automotive environment. + Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing, internal controls, supplier selection and evaluation . + Fluent in English, with an international mind set. **Technical Competences** + Negotiation and development of local & regional suppliers. + E-Auctions experience. + Reporting to local & regional management + KPI tracking and compliance + Oral & written communication skills in English + Cost breakdown analysis + Problem solving + Compliance with legal requirements (REPSE. Etc) + Working under pressure and collaborating with different regions in the procurement process + Implementation of global strategies _Please attach your resume in English_ GKN Driveline provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, pregnancy, or disability.