Senior Lead Specialist – Purchasing Controlling Analytics

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional sourcing strategies to build a competitive supplier base in China.
• Analyze market trends, competitor benchmarking, and regulatory changes to enhance competitiveness.
• Drive supplier innovation by identifying emerging technologies and alternative sourcing opportunities.
• Evaluate annual spending dynamics by commodity and provide purchasing statistics to support management decisions.
• Lead new supplier development activities, ensuring compliance with quality, cost, and sustainability requirements.
• Define and drive the "Good Enough Supplier" approach from concept to implementation.
• Track and report on purchasing KPIs and sourcing activities to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in Automotive electronics purchasing functions.
• Proven experience in Strategic Sourcing, Commodity Management, and Program Purchasing Management.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a global, cross-functional environment and influence diverse stakeholders.

About the Company

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier and part of the FORVIA Group. Specializing in high-performance lighting technology and vehicle electronics, the company operates worldwide with approximately 36,500 employees across more than 125 locations.