Commodity Buyer Motor Components

About the Team

We are looking for a new colleague in the Procurement Team at our location in Guangzhou.

What you can look forward to as Commodity Buyer Motor Components?

• Manage the supplier base for assigned sub-commodities and part families and drive cost reduction initiatives to improve business unit profitability and supplier competitiveness through strategic sourcing, new business awards, value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE), and commercial negotiations.
• Lead commercial negotiations and serve as the primary purchasing contact for assigned suppliers.
• Analyze global and regional supply markets and recommend supplier additions, removals, and nominations to the Strategic Supplier List.
• Conduct market research and monitor industry trends, technology developments, and cost drivers to support benchmarking and should-cost analysis.
• Lead and actively participate in cross-functional Part Family Strategy (PFS) teams.
• Develop, present, and execute commodity and supplier strategies aligned with global and regional business objectives.
• Prepare sourcing packages and present recommendations to sourcing governance boards, including but not limited to Sourcing Alignment Boards and Sourcing Decision Boards.
• Negotiate and manage purchasing contracts, supply agreements, warranty agreements, and other commercial or legal documentation.
• Forecast, track, and report cost savings through saving management systems.
• Perform total cost analysis, cost structure evaluations, and identify opportunities for continuous cost optimization.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across sourcing, supplier performance, and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with all corporate directives, purchasing procedures, and company policies.
• Act as the regional commodity representative for Motor Components within the Asia Pacific (AP) region.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop new suppliers in the AP region based on capability, quality, delivery performance, financial stability, and cost competitiveness.
• Support cross-functional teams in supplier development, risk management, and supply continuity activities.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Your Profile as Commodity Buyer Motor Components:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity purchasing, purchasing project management, or related procurement functions.
• Proven experience in supplier evaluation and selection, including assessment of quality, capacity, cost, and operational capabilities.
• Strong experience managing supplier quotation processes and leading complex commercial negotiations.
• In-depth knowledge of cost reduction methodologies, cost containment strategies, and value engineering techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret detailed cost breakdowns, perform should-cost analysis, and benchmark against best-practice manufacturing costs.
• Excellent negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Why you should choose ZF in Guangzhou?

• Individual Growth: At ZF, you accelerate your career by working together across borders and cultures. Take advantage of global development opportunities, support and a flexible working environment.
• Experience Variety: Join ZF to shape future mobility and sustainable systems. Drive smart solutions and contribute to safer, cleaner, affordable mobility for all.
• Find Inspiration: Develop yourself in a team-oriented and supportive environment at ZF. Take on international challenges, be inspired by your colleagues and shape the future with us.