Company Description

Expand your playground with a fast-growing global engineering group.

At SEGULA Technologies, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and shape the future within a company for which innovation is inseparable from engineering. New forms of mobility, autonomous vehicles, the factory of the future, augmented reality. These are the daily concerns of our 15,000 ingenious talents in over 30 countries.

Whether you are a student, a recent graduate or experienced, an engineer or a project manager, at SEGULA you will find the opportunity that will give new meaning to your career.

Make your move, Join us!
For more information: https://www.segulatechnologies.com

At SEGULA Technologies, diversity, fairness and inclusion are at the heart of our HR policy. Our jobs are open to everyone, regardless of gender, social and cultural background, sexual orientation, religious beliefs or disability.

Job Description

The Program Buyer is responsible for managing interface between program and suppliers for a program or programs with high complexity, including multiple client plant locations; various start of production dates, across a full spectrum of new products, and requiring leadership of a team of Program Buyers across multiple divisions/regions.

 Role's responsibilities: 

Anticipate the specific requirements for new programs (supplier technologies, geographical location and target costs)Ensure the commodity panel strategy is appropriate to support the program, select and pilot suppliers from the agreed supplier panel in order to achieve Program objectivesManage RFQ process with suppliers shortlisted by commodity according panel strategyDefine the sourcing Tactic in coordination with the Commodity buyer Negotiate with suppliers (coordinated with Commodity for sensitive/strategic contracts)Lead the global steering and sourcing committee meetings for the program, ensure supplier selection from the list provided by Commodity Buyers and that thepurchasing assumptions are optimized on a global basis, considering local and global sourcing options and selecting the option aligned with the cost models and performanceManage suppliers in the program phaseRepresentative of Purchasing in the Core team of the programAccountable for PMS deliverablesManage specific mandated suppliers when requested and agreed with customersLeverage PSP support for administrative project-related tasks, and ensure the quality of inputs to PSPTrack performance during the program phase for BOP and T&E until GATE 4: Cost, Cash, Quality, DeliveryEnsure industrialization follow-up incl. Material cost and Material Tool orderingNegotiate and follow up on Engineering Change Requests Accountable for validated parts transfer to plantsEnsure efficient handover to Operations, Quality and Purchasing Productivity managers Accountable for budget (D&D cost, main KPI) realization for their Programs

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have :

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or BusinessExperience including a program buyer or program manager in an industrial environmentUnderstanding of product design, development and production launch processes Knowledge of supplier cost structuresUnderstanding of purchasing commodity strategyGood planning, organization and project management skillsKnowledge of APQP and program management in automotiveStrong analytical capabilities and results-orientedFluent in English

Additional Information

Our world is dynamic, full of opportunities and our clients and colleagues constantly inspire us. However, we know that performance and engagement also depend on a healthy work environment that values people and their well-being.

That’s why we have created a benefits package designed to make your life more comfortable in our team, where you can feel supported and appreciated.

Here’s what we offer:

Hybrid work schedule: We offer you flexibility! You can work from home or the office, depending on your needs and the company’s requirements, in coordination with your managers.💻🏢Meal vouchers 🍽️Easter and Christmas gift vouchers (discretionary): During the holidays, you will receive gift vouchers on a separate card, helping you enjoy shopping and surprise your loved ones with beautiful presents. 🎁Private clinic medical subscription: With the medical subscription we provide, you can ensure that your health is taken care of efficiently and comfortably. 🏥Discounts at partner dental clinics: Take advantage of discounts at our partner dental clinics to maintain your oral health at a more affordable price. 🦷Internal Courses: LinkedIn Learning and other internal tools💻Referral bonuses: We offer you attractive bonuses for recommending talented new colleagues. 💶Christmas party: An annual tradition that we look forward to, where we reconnect and enjoy together in a festive atmosphere! 🎉

Other benefits according to legal provisions:

Reimbursement for glasses.👓Reimbursement for business travel.🚗

Let’s shape the future together!

Business trip expenses covered.