Regional Manager - NPM (Non-Production Materials)

 Req ID 63866 Debrecen, Hungary
     

ZF Chassis Modules – Join our unique growth story!
Join our dynamic growth journey with ZF Chassis Modules, a global leader in assembly and logistics services for the automotive industry. With 30 years of excellence and 25 locations worldwide, our 3,500-strong team supports premium and volume car manufacturers globally.
In 2023, our revenue exceeded €4 billion, solidifying our position as the top full-service supplier for chassis systems. We excel in project management, greenfield industrialization, operations, supply chain management, and supplier development within a Just in Time/Just in Sequence environment.
Accelerating our expansion, we've partnered with Foxconn, a strong investor and global leader in technology solutions. This partnership, coupled with the surging trend of outsourcing and our drive to explore further opportunities in the automotive and mobility sectors, positions us for substantial growth in the years ahead.
Are you ready to seize new horizons and elevate your career in the technology and automotive sector? ZF Chassis Modules is your perfect choice!

What you can look forward to as Regional Manager – Non-Production Materials:

• Provide purchasing leadership in the region for all NPM requirements
• Evaluate purchasing operations, review work of Buyers, enforce company policy, review performance, make staffing and disciplinary recommendation, and resolve issues with day-to-day operations and/or customers as required.
• Explore methods/materials for total cost management, quality system conformance, and on-time delivery performance; prepare and present subsequent reports and recommendations to Global Purchasing Manager.
• Understand and ensure compliance with all ISO/TS 16949 or ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements
• Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies both locally and on behalf of regional sites 
• Management of the Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes when required
• Potential responsibility for dedicated commodities

Your profile as Regional Manager – Non-Production Materials:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics or related field
• 6+ years of professional experience in the purchasing field
• Prior people leadership experience, able to motivate team
• Deep knowledge of purchasing tools, negotiation methods, and business communications
• Knowledge of sourcing and contract management, including drafting of supplier agreements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to communicate and influence at all levels of the organization, excellent Negotiation skills 
• Fluent English language competency (written and oral)
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced, high-volume environment
• Project management skills preferred 
• Ability/willingness to travel both domestically and internationally

Why you should choose ZF in Hungary?

• Company car
• Annual bonus
• Additional benefits
• Possibility to develop in international environment
• Stable company background and long-term working possibility
• Full of challenges and high-level professional activities

Be part of our ZF team as Regional Manager - NPM (Non-Production Materials) and apply now!

Contact

Fruzsina Barta