Global Purchasing Director: Strategy & Leadership

Director of Purchasing (m/f/d) for Westfalia-Automotive Group Location: Flexibel Type: General Date Added: 03/02/26 Westfalia-Automotive Group is an association of leading worldwide manufacturers and suppliers of towing systems and transport solutions for OEM/OES and the aftermarket. With 5 production sites worldwide and additional locations in key markets, Westfalia-Automotive Group and its 1,800 employees provide outstanding solutions tailored to individual customer requirements. We are currently looking for a Director of Purchasing / Head of Purchasing (m/f/d) to join Westfalia-Automotive Group's purchasing department as soon as possible. Responsibilities: Overall responsibility for strategic and operational purchasing for the entire group of companies Leadership and further development of the international purchasing team Development and implementation of a purchasing strategy taking into account cost, quality, and delivery performance Selection, evaluation, management, and development of suppliers in line with the requirements of IATF, TISAX, and relevant ISO standards Management of material costs as well as development of sustainable and resilient supply chains Contract and price negotiations with national and international suppliers Close collaboration with production sites, engineering, quality, and logistics Initiation and implementation of cost-reduction programs and make-or-buy analyses Development and monitoring of relevant purchasing KPIs Risk management in the global procurement process, including supplier risk analyses Process responsibility for all procedures and workflows within the area of responsibility, including ensuring audit compliance and adherence to the requirements of the integrated management system and area-specific standards Regular reporting to Senior Management Profile: Successfully completed academic degree in engineering or business administration with relevance to the area of responsibility Several years of professional experience in a leadership role in strategic purchasing within the automotive supply industry Experience with international suppliers and global markets Knowledge of the standards IATF, TISAX, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 Proven strategic mindset and analytical skills with a strong cost awareness Confident manner in contract and price negotiations Strong communication skills, assertiveness, and intercultural competence Are you interested in joining Westfalia-Automotive Global? We look forward to receiving your detailed application – preferably by e-mail – including your CV as well as your certificates and qualifications. Westfalia-Automotive GmbH Pia Wollschläger | Am Sandberg 45 | 33378 Rheda-Wiedenbrück E-mail: View email address on click.appcast.io Apply Now: Submit your details and CV and we'll be in touch with you within 2-3 working days. Take a look at our available careers similar to this one. Internships and Final Thesis Placements Location: Global Type: General Date Posted: 02/01/24 Speculative Application Location: Global Type: General Date Posted: 02/01/24 Director / Head of Aftermarket (m/f/d) for Westfalia-Automotive Group Location: Flexibel Type: General Date Posted: 15/01/26 Manager / Head of Information Technology (IT) (m/f/d) for Westfalia-Automotive Group #J-18808-Ljbffr WESTFALIA-Automotive GmbH