Strategic Supplier Development Specialist - Purchasing

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Responsible for identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new suppliers or existing suppliers with different processes or technologies on a regional basis.
• Target suppliers  that can be nominated for new business (VDA6.1 P1 potential analysis without major risk ).
• Ensure alignment with the strategic needs of global cluster management, mitigates supply chain risks, and support advanced purchasing in upcoming projects.
• Foster strategic partnerships with suppliers and internal stakeholders (AE, R&D) to drive innovation, ensure compliance with responsible sourcing practices, and contribute to long-term sustainability goals.
• Responsible for optimizing the strategic supplier list for improved efficiency and resilience.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 2+ years  of professional experience in Automotive within the areas of R&D/Quality/Process Development/Purchasing
• Experience with Project and/or Process management
• Familiar with Audits in Automotive Industry with IATF 16949 & VDA 6.3 certificate
• Intercultural / International Experience

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• 5+ years  of professional experience in Automotive within the areas of R&D/Quality/Process Development/Purchasing
• Advanced knowledge about supplier processes

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.

No Relocation provided for this role. 

THE PERKS

· Immediate Benefits
· Paid Time Off
· Tuition Assistance  & Employee Discounts
· Employer 401(k) Match
· Competitive Bonus Programs
· Employee Assistance Program
· Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional

· And many more benefits that come with 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 42,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.8 billion euros (2023), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.