Company Description

Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.

The world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment.

Job Description

The Procurement & Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for end-to-end sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management across automotive car care products, Bodyshop consumables, aftermarket accessories, and spare parts. The role focuses on cost optimization, supplier development, inventory efficiency, and ensuring uninterrupted product availability to support sales growth and operational excellence.

Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business, sales, and margin objectives.
Source, evaluate, and manage local and international suppliers for car care, Bodyshop, accessories, and spare parts.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and lead times to achieve cost competitiveness and supply continuity.
Oversee demand planning, inventory control, and replenishment to optimize stock levels and working capital.
Coordinate closely with sales, marketing, technical and product teams to support new product introductions.
Manage logistics, shipping, customs clearance, and warehouse coordination to ensure timely deliveries.
Monitor supplier performance, quality standards, and compliance requirements.
Identify risks within the supply chain and implement mitigation and contingency plans.
Prepare procurement budgets, forecasts, and management reports.
Proven experience in procurement and supply chain management within automotive aftermarket, car care, bodyshop, or spare parts industries.
Strong understanding of global sourcing, especially Asia/China/europe and regional suppliers.
Solid knowledge of inventory planning, logistics, and cost control.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, volume-driven environment.

Travel Requirements: (Percentage of travel expected)

70% - 90%

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in business, procurement, Supply chain, marketing, mechanical engineering, Automobile engineering or a related field is desired.

Experience:
Having 5 to 15 years’ experience in Procurement & supply chain, preferably within the car care products, Bodyshop consumables, aftermarket accessories, and spare parts segments.
Proficiency in CRM software and other sales tools.
Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Skills:
Good communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong track record of Sourcing, Procurement, Supply chain, demand and forecasting with strong connections and network across automotive suppliers and manufacturers across the globe.
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Additional Information

Date of joining: 03-February-2025

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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