Actuation and Sensing Commodity Manager

Garrett is a cutting-edge technology provider that enables vehicles to become safer, more connected, efficient and environmentally friendly. We lead the development of innovative and differentiated solutions which empower the transportation industry to redefine and further advance motion. We create the turbocharging, electric boosting and connected vehicle systems helping the auto industry meet the challenges of 21st century living.
The Garrett name evokes the very origins of turbo technology, when entrepreneur and engineer Cliff Garrett developed a turbocharger for a Caterpillar D9 crawler tractor in 1954.
Today, our turbo systems boost 100 million cars and trucks around the world, and our technologies are applied to around 100 new vehicle models every year, across gas, diesel, electric and fuel cell powertrains.
Our worldwide footprint includes five R&D centers, 13 close-to-customer engineering facilities and 13 manufacturing sites. Our world-leading innovations, including variable geometry turbines turbos, dual-boost compressors, ball bearing rotors and electrically actuated controls – continue into the auto industry’s new electrified era.
As hybrid and full battery vehicle adoption grows, our engineers are not only developing synergistic electrically-assisted boosting and energy generation technologies, they’re also going deeper into electrical integration, software controls and advanced sensors. Our innovative TwoStage electric compressor for fuel cell powertrains fuses aerospace and automotive expertise and is at the forefront of the vision for zero tailpipe emissions.
At the same time, our connected vehicle capability is providing the cybersecurity, predictive maintenance and diagnostic and prognostic systems supporting a future in which vehicles are connected, autonomous, shared and safe to use.
Garrett’s experience, talent and innovation mindset create the conditions for the differentiated high-performance systems required by the auto industry. Our technology portfolio delivers competitive advantage to our customers and a better experience for consumers.

People are the key to the worldwide success of Garrett Advancing Motion. By attracting and developing the best talent, we make a real difference to the lives of many through our innovative technologies and solutions.

We are looking for a motivated and high performing individual to join the Supply Base Commodity Management team as Global Electrical Commodity Manager. This role is ideal for an experienced strategic sourcing talent who is looking for a challenging next step in a fast moving industry. You will bring with you an excellent track record in sourcing, and be committed to delivering results.

Based in our BRNO, CZ or BUCHAREST, (RO) site Garrett Advancing Motion is the provider of world-class technologies to automotive manufacturers throughout the world. These technologies focus on improving engine performance in both fuel efficiency and emission control.

In this highly visible Global role, you will be actively involved in the training and development of 3 buyers who report into this role, giving you the opportunity to coach and mentor staff whilst providing strategic sourcing expertise and to help develop and manage large sourcing projects for your area of the business.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Defining, obtaining business approval and implementing the strategy for this commodity globally to meet performance objectives while leveraging GTX’s global spend.

• Managing commodity buyers, ensuring staff availability and grow their expertise and capabilities.

• Defines yearly productivity objectives, conducts negotiation and concludes commercial agreements with suppliers

• Leading commodity strategy activities as part of cross-functional teams to ensure supplier portfolio matches technology and business requirements.

• Staying at the forefront of commercial & industrial market expertise of the Commodity. Keeping informed of all relevant technological & market trends and economic changes to stay ahead of the competition.

• Ensures platforms, customer teams current and future needs are identified and answered by the commodity strategy

• Drives value engineering studies internally and at suppliers to improve material margin.

• Works with project teams and operations to ensure that objectives are met within guidelines of the commodity strategy

• Approves sourcing plans, PQF, source selection, bundling strategy, negotiation support

• Manages suppliers relationships: leads supplier performance reviews and fosters improvement of suppliers performance

• Supports Supplier performance process according to escalation process. Adjusts panel and business allocations accordingly. Decides on supplier development project launch

• Supports RCCP process, validates corrective action plan and negotiates capacity increases

• Supports escalation of major operational issues with impacted Operations Sourcing Manager

In order to be considered for this exciting opportunity you will have:

• A minimum of 8 years of industry experience in Sourcing (preferably in Automotive Industry) in a multinational company.

• Proven experience negotiating & managing strategic suppliers involving Senior Management

• Have exceptional communication skills.

• Accomplished track record in developing Commodity Strategies

• Be a strong & supportive team player, able to partner across functional boundaries

• Educated to Degree level in a business or technical related subject.

In return, we offer excellent benefits and career opportunities within our Global business.

Get in touch today to find out more about how you can prosper at Garrett Advancing Motion