At Visteon, the work we do is both relevant and recognized —not just by our organization, but by our peers, by industry-leading brands, and by millions of drivers around the world. That's YOUR work. And, as a truly global technology leader in the mobility space, focused on building cross-functional AND cross-cultural teams, we connect you with people who help you grow.
So here, whatever we do is not a job. It's a mission. As a multi-billion-dollar leader of disruptive change in the industry, we are shaping the future, while enabling a cleaner environment. No other industry offers more fast-paced change and opportunity. We are in the midst of a mobility revolution that will completely change the way we interact with our vehicles, reduce the number of car accidents and fatalities, and make the world a cleaner place.
Visteon is at the epicenter of this mobility revolution. Two major trends in the automotive industry – the shift to electric vehicles and vehicles with autonomous safety technologies – have created unique opportunities for Visteon. We are the only automotive provider focused exclusively on cockpit electronics – the fastest-growing segment in the industry .
And our team is ready for YOU. To show the world what you can do. Develop and disseminate category strategy based on product needs and secure implementation. Including updates on latest supply market information/developments and having interface with factory R&D projects
Job Responsabilities: Category Strategy - Develop and disseminate category strategy based on product needs and secure implementation. Including updates on latest supply market information/developments and having interface with factory R&D projects.
- Develop and manage supplier footprint to support divisional needs. Including new supplier request and owner of category preferred supplier list
Enhance supplier strategic relationships - Engagement with supplier technology roadmaps to drive alignment of future Visteon product offering.
- Encourage supplier competition to improve technology sharing and influence supplier future device design definition.
- Identify select suppliers for first to market products and joint promotions to Visteon Customers
Drive Commercial Results - Leveraging pricing performance from across market trends.
- Aggressive activity into supplier cost structures to drive improved commoditization and enhanced understanding of market influencers on end item pricing
- Execute Global Commodity strategy with cross functional alignment to deliver commercial objectives.
- Negotiate supplier product support quotations against pricing trends/benchmarks/cost models and execute supplier sourcing nominations.
- Structure optimal terms, contracts, and long term agreements with the supply base
Stakeholder Alignment - Sourcing searches/benchmarking of new technology offerings for advanced products
- Engage multiple suppliers for competitive quoting to meet advanced product platform requirements and negotiate comprehensive package to meet cost performance
- Lead and develop RFI/RFQ and sourcing packages with the technology office to support future product innovation and eventual sourcing.
Requirements: 5+ years of professional experience in the Automotive Embedded Software Procurement or Sales discipline in a large, internationally scaled, multi-site organization;
Fluent in spoken and written English
Experience of working under pressure to strict deadlines, prioritizing own workload, and that of others.
More Good Reasons to Work for Visteon
Our company strategy focuses on leading the evolution of automotive digital cockpits and safety solutions. This strategy is driven by constant innovation, and you will support our efforts through your role. We are recognized across the industry for innovation. We have a strong book of business that is expected to drive future growth, along with a customer base that includes almost every automotive manufacturer in the world. Company Culture
Working at Visteon is a journey in which our employees can develop their strengths and advance their careers while making a difference globally. Join us and help change the world and how we interact with our vehicles. Visteon is where the best technical talent creates the future. Learn more about our culture here. Qualifications Behaviors Preferred Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Entrepreneurial Spirit : Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
