Vice President, Global Direct Category Management

Kongsberg Automotive AB / Inköpar- och marknadsjobb / Mölndal
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Turn passion into purpose
Are you looking for a new challenge that puts you in charge of performing your duties? Then you will find the KA Group as an attractive employer. When you work for us, you have more than a job. With your skills and ideas, you have the opportunity to make an impact.
We are currently looking for a Vice President Global Direct Category Management in Sweden who will be reporting to the EVP Purchasing. The position will be based in Gothenburg, Sweden and has a global responsibility that involves travelling over several days to other Kongsberg Automotive sites.
Responsibilities
Ensure alignment and delivery of the Category strategy and execution
Ensure process discipline in all sourcing activities globally
Ensure clarity of ownership of defined categories in order to drive improved business plans with our suppliers
Lead the coordination of sourcing requirements with all Segment/BU project managers and optimize bundling opportunities
Keep a holistic view on new and carry over business that shall be scrutinized, securing capacity, minimizing risk, with right sourcing decisions and securing alignment with the supplier(s) with longer term LTA's
Enable the team's capabilities and knowledge of supplier base, processes, cost structures and markets so they can lead commercial negotiations and be the "one face" towards the supplier for optimal negotiation results and improving cost saving opportunities
Proactively manage supplier and supplier chain risk coupled with improved supplier relationships
Prepare overall saving budget to meet Segments / BU saving target, maintain forecast and fulfilment
Ensure personal objectives for the team that are in line with the overall targets defined for the Purchasing function and KA
Develop the right competencies within organization to deliver overall strategic objectives

Requirements
Educated to MSc degree level and/ or MBA
• 10 years of experience from similar leadership levels within category management and the automotive business
Leadership skills, personal drive and confidence to lead and work with cross functional international teams
Proactive personality and used to support the team, ensure continuous learning and strengthens the team's vision
Uncompromising personal integrity
Excellent analytical skills and strong intellectual curiosity that foster the ability to lead and work with cross functional international teams
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Able to travel as needed, both internationally and domestically (up to 20%)

Application
We offer an unlimited contract within a dynamic and international environment with prospects for personal growth. If this sounds challenging and interesting, we are looking forward receiving your application by registering your CV and motivation letter in English here at our website.
Please inform us regarding your earliest possible entry date and salary expectations.
Kongsberg Automotive provides world-class products to the global vehicle industry. Our products enhance the driving experience, making it safer, more comfortable and sustainable.

Publiceringsdatum
2020-11-17

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Sista dag att ansöka är 2020-12-06
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Adress
Kongsberg Automotive AB
Flöjelbergsgatan 2a
43135 MÖLNDAL

Omfattning
Detta är ett heltidsjobb.

Arbetsgivare
Kongsberg Automotive AB (org.nr 556532-2145)
Flöjelbergsgatan 2a (visa karta)
431 35  MÖLNDAL

Arbetsplats
Kongsberg Automotive

Jobbnummer
5449544

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