Procurement Manager

ABOUT US

Chery is a leading Chinese auto company, Its business scope covers the R&D, production and sales of passenger cars, commercial vehicles, mini cars, special vehicles, powertrain system and other products. It has sold more than 8.75 million vehicles, providing products and services for users in more than 80 countries and regions around the world every day.

Responsibilities:

• Collect and analyze information and data related to localization policies in the automotive sector, and prepare localization strategies and development plans accordingly.
• Responsible for contacting and developing local suppliers, negotiating and determining suppliers with the best price and reliable quality;
• Research, evaluate, and develop local suppliers, identifying the most suitable suppliers in terms of price, quality, and delivery.
• Manage the development, validation, and certification phases of parts and components supply processes, ensuring quality and continuity within the supply chain.
• Maintain long-term supplier relationships, conduct performance analyses, and ensure the implementation of procurement strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above, major in automotive engineering, machinery manufacturing, or business management; vehicle parts management or related fields
• Minimum 10 years of working experience in parts purchasing, professional development experience in localization parts
• Auto supply system working experience is preferred;
• Familiar with the types, manufacturing process, supply system and supply standards of automobile products and parts
• Familiar with Turkiye automobile localization policy and localization parts development, verification and certification process
• Strong negotiation and coordination ability, planning ability and execution ability
• Good relationship with customs and other related government departments, familiar with relevant business processes
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken).