PPM DIRECT COST OPTIMIZATION & STRATEGY
Ensure efficiency in Direct Material Departments by analyzing activities and implementing cost-saving strategies.
About Horse Technologies
Horse Technologies is part of Horse Powertrain Limited – an independent new powertrain solutions business, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. We develop and produce world-class hybrid and combustion engines and transmissions to move our industry forward, offering many different paths to net zero.
Why join us?
At Horse Technologies, a division
of Horse Powertrain, you’ll have opportunities to grow your career while making
a difference. This is a dynamic, international environment, staffed by caring
and collaborative people. If you’re ready to create excellence with us, you’ll
be appreciated and rewarded.
What you will do
- Monitor and Evaluate: Continuously monitor and evaluate purchasing data to identify trends, areas for cost reduction, and opportunities to negotiate better terms with suppliers.
- Define Processes: Define FECS and Input Cost processes and pilot the validation process.
- Collaborate with Finance: Work closely with finance teams to set purchasing budgets, track expenditures, and forecast future purchasing needs while ensuring that cost optimization goals are met.
- Oversee Contracts: Oversee the contract lifecycle, ensuring that terms, delivery schedules, and pricing structures align with cost optimization objectives.
- Align with Organizational Goals: Work with other departments to ensure that purchasing decisions align with the broader goals of the organization, such as cost reduction, quality improvement, or process efficiency.
- Data and Analytics: Use data and analytics to measure and report on cost-saving initiatives, track the effectiveness of purchasing strategies, and provide insights to senior management.
What we are looking for
- A proven track record in panel management, procurement, or supplier optimization.
- University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Excellent skills in Effective communication, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and presentation skills for top management.
- Strong competencies in planning, executing, and delivering projects, with strong documentation skills.
- Knowledge of the automotive sector, Horse Powertrain business, and our ambition to transform the industry.
- Excellent command of English, both spoken and written.
Empowering Diversity, Driving Innovation
At Horse Technologies, we are committed to equal opportunities and select individuals based on their skills and qualifications.
We especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
If you believe you have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we’d be delighted to meet you. Let’s explore the possibilities together.
How to Apply
The deadline to submit your application is 1st September, although the selection process will be conducted on a rolling basis.
Please note that, due to data protection regulations, we do not accept applications via email.
Horse Technologies is part of Horse Powertrain Ltd, a global leader in powertrain system solutions.
Learn more at 👉 www.horse-powertrain.com
- Department
- Procurement
- Locations
- Valladolid
- Remote status
- Hybrid
About Horse Technologies
Horse Technologies is part of Horse Powertrain Limited – an independent new powertrain solutions business, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. We develop and produce world-class hybrid and combustion engines and transmissions to move our industry forward, offering many different paths to net zero.
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