Buyer @ Purchasing Department

Procurement Coordinator - Connected Supply
The Connected Supply Coordinator is responsible for leading Tier N supply chain mapping initiatives across all customer programs within a global automotive Tier 1 environment. This role manages a small team of analysts to drive end-to-end supplier visibility, implement and sustain third‑party supply chain mapping and supplier onboarding platforms, and provide actionable insights to Global Procurement leadership.

The position plays a critical role in enhancing supply chain transparency, identifying risk exposure (e.g., chokepoints, single‑source dependencies), and supporting OEM customer requirements through accurate data submissions and reporting. This position reports to the Head of Connected Supply & Tariffs within the Global Procurement Administration department.

Tier N Supply Chain Mapping Leadership

Lead and manage a team of analysts responsible for mapping multi‑tier (Tier N) supply chains across all customer programs.

Data collection and verification processes

Maintain up‑to‑date supply chain maps reflecting current sourcing structures and changes.

Third‑Party Platform Implementation & Management

Lead the implementation and ongoing management of third‑party supply chain visibility and supplier onboarding platforms (e.g., Drive supplier adoption of self‑mapping tools and digital onboarding workflows.

Define system requirements, data standards, and governance processes.

Partner with IT and Procurement Systems teams to integrate platforms with internal systems (e.g., Oracle, Plex, Ivalua).

Monitor platform performance, data quality, and user engagement metrics.

Supplier Onboarding & Data Collection

Oversee the onboarding of suppliers into digital mapping platforms, ensuring:

Accurate facility‑level data capture

Engage directly with suppliers to resolve data gaps, inconsistencies, and non‑compliance.

Standardize supplier data templates and submission formats.

Ensure data readiness for audit, risk analysis, and customer reporting.

Risk Identification & Supply Chain Insights

Chokepoints (concentration risks across multiple programs)

Geographic and geopolitical exposure risks

Provide structured outputs to Risk Management teams for mitigation planning.

Collaborate with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to support:

Supply continuity planning

Program risk assessments

Support crisis response activities with rapid supply chain visibility and impact analysis.

OEM Customer Interface & Reporting

Interface directly with OEM customers (e.g., Respond to supply chain transparency requests

Ensure data consistency between internal systems and customer‑facing submissions.

Support customer audits and validation requests.

Performance Tracking & Executive Reporting

of supply chain mapped to Tier N

Data accuracy and validation scores

Platform adoption and engagement levels

Develop and maintain executive dashboards (Power BI preferred) for Global Procurement Management.

Identified risks and mitigation status

Data ownership

Quality control and validation

Data automation

Enhanced risk visibility

Stay aligned with industry best practices and evolving OEM requirements for supply chain transparency.

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Automotive supply chain / procurement

Supplier management or risk management

Supply chain mapping or visibility initiatives

Experience with supply chain mapping / risk platforms (e.g., Microsoft Excel (advanced data analysis)

Power BI (dashboard development and reporting)

Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle, Plex, SAP) and supplier management tools (e.g., Multi‑tier supply chain structures

Automotive program management requirements

Ability to drive adoption and change across global supplier networks

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

% of Tier N supply chain mapped across all programs

Data accuracy and validation metrics

Number of identified chokepoints and single‑source risks

Platform adoption and supplier engagement levels

Global automotive Tier 1 environment with cross‑functional collaboration

OEM customers

Procurement, Risk, and IT teams

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