Michigan
Indirect Procurement Lead (m/f/d) Brose Sitech
Shape the Future of Automotive Seating with Brose Sitech. Brose Sitech has been a driving force in the development and production of complete seat systems, seat frames, and interior solutions since the founding of our joint venture in 2021. Following the acquisition of a major contract, we are preparing to expand into the US market. This marks a pivotal moment in our company’s growth — offering exceptional opportunities for individuals eager to contribute from the ground up through to the start of production in 2028.
Your Tasks
- Developing, implementing, and continuously improving regional and global indirect procurement strategies across assigned commodity categories
- Managing indirect purchasing spend to achieve cost savings targets, budget objectives, and overall value creation initiatives
- Defining and executing category strategies in alignment with business units, regional leadership, and corporate functions
- Leading sourcing activities, including supplier evaluations, bid processes, supplier selection, and contract awards
- Building and maintaining a competitive supplier network focused on cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and operational performance
- Negotiating, implementing, and managing regional and global supplier agreements and commercial contracts
- Partnering with internal stakeholders to align demand, specifications, and requirements while leveraging purchasing synergies, standardization, and volume consolidation opportunities
- Identifing and mitigating supply chain and supplier risks to support business continuity and operational stability
- Driving supplier performance management, continuous improvement initiatives, and strategic supplier relationships
- Supporting EBIT improvement through sustainable cost optimization and procurement excellence
Your Profile
- Significant experience managing indirect procurement categories within a multinational or global organization
- Experience in one or more of the following category areas: Information Technology, Professional Services; CAPEX; infrastracture, construction and energy; logistics and transportation
- Proven success in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract management, and category management
- Experience developing and executing procurement strategies that deliver measurable cost savings and operational improvements
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Solid understanding of contract management and supplier relationship management practices
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment
- Proven ability to build cross-functional partnerships and drive results through collaboration