SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT

Just like a bridge, our mission in purchasing is to connect internal and external partners to deliver world class results.
We build our bridge together on solid foundational values.
We deliver world class results by embracing our values of Belief, Respect, Innovation, Diversity, Growth, and Energy (BRIDGE) as they are the framework for our culture.
We believe in a work-life balance and provide team members opportunities for mentoring, learning & development and exposure to senior leadership.
Stellantis offers challenging career opportunities designed for our Purchasing Program Managers to advance aggressively throughout their careers.
We take great pride in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees can leverage strengths, experiences and perspectives.
At Stellantis, we believe it is the diversity of talent and perspective that allows us to take a visionary approach, to strategically apply new technologies and forge ahead in our industry in innovation and performance.
Challenging positions are available throughout our diverse Purchasing organization.
These areas include Regional & Global Purchasing Programs, Aftermarket Purchasing, and Supplier Risk Management.
Most Buyers opportunities are global in nature and will involve collaboration with Stellantis colleagues in all regions across the world.
The Buyer is responsible for leading the purchasing activities and the sourcing functions for specific packages.
This position will work closely with cross functional teams including Engineering, Supplier Quality, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Vehicle Cost Engineering, Manufacturing, and suppliers.
It will also act as the liaison between Purchasing and the cross-functional teams.
Here are the key responsibilities.
Searching for new suppliers.
due to the nearshoring effect, there is a need to search and identify new suppliers in different databases and industrial clusters.
Onboarding of new suppliers.
new suppliers need to have the access to different platforms and systems, the buyer is the facilitator and guidance of suppliers to get the system accesses and training to be able to get the supplier code, get technical information to quote and upload the quotes.
Sourcing Process.
The Buyer is responsible to lead all the sourcing process.
Complete information before RFQ.
Assuring that all the information is in the system before it is released for RFQs.
Supplier identification.
The Buyer will put together the list of suppliers that are part of the strategy and will request stakeholders for their approval.
Collaboration.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Supply Chain and Supplier Quality, to make sure the suppliers understand the requirements before quoting.
Collect and analyze suppliers’ technical and financial offers.
Have negotiation rounds with the suppliers in order to have the best technical and financial offer Recommendation and Purchase Decision.
Present to top management the best supplier and rationale for source selection, according to Offer Assessments Basic Qualifications.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, or equivalent; Other technical degrees with business background also considered 3 years of Professional Experience or knowledge of manufacturing processes Strong understanding of automotive quality standards and audits.
Must be well organized, self-motivated, and resourceful managing complex situations Must be comfortable in a fast paced environment and be able to effectively interface with cross functional teams and all levels of senior management Strong communication skills in English and Spanish.
Solid understanding and practical use of MS Office * At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs.
We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability.
u00a0\u00a0Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.