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Are you ready to make an impact Join ZF as the Head of Commodity Purchasing for the Region India and be a part of shaping the future of mobility. As a FutureStarter, you will have the opportunity to lead a cross-functional team responsible for managing direct materials critical to vehicle production. This team ensures cost-effective, timely, and quality assured sourcing of commodities while aligning with global procurement strategies and local market dynamics. By fostering a culture of empowerment and accountability, you will contribute to achieving operational excellence and meeting the long-term business objectives of ZF.
As the Head of Commodity, you will be responsible for strategic and operational planning, developing and implementing plans tailored to specific divisional needs, and ensuring alignment with commodity-specific and regional requirements. You will foster strong, strategic relationships with suppliers, conduct thorough evaluations, and select suppliers based on rigorous criteria to ensure quality, reliability, and alignment with organizational objectives. Driving continuous cost improvement initiatives and achieving savings targets through innovative strategies and efficient resource management will be key aspects of your role.
To excel in this position, you should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (MBA preferred) along with over 15 years of experience in commodity management, strategic sourcing, or procurement. As a visionary and strategic leader, you should have a future-oriented and entrepreneurial mindset, adept at anticipating market trends, and influencing high-level decision-making. Clear communication, people-centric engagement, intercultural collaboration, and resilient leadership are essential skills for this role. Additionally, a strong understanding of commodity markets relevant to India and experience in a multinational or matrixed organization would be advantageous.
Joining ZF Group in India offers you the opportunity to work in an innovative and technology-driven environment that encourages creativity and growth. ZF fosters a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees are valued and respected, promoting collaboration and mutual support. You will have access to extensive training programs, career development opportunities, and a clear path for advancement. As part of a global leader in driveline and chassis technology, you will work on international projects and collaborate with teams worldwide. ZF is committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility, actively working towards creating eco-friendly solutions and reducing its carbon footprint. Employee well-being is a priority at ZF, with comprehensive health and wellness programs, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive work-life balance.
Join us at ZF as the Head of Commodity Purchasing - Region India and be a part of our dynamic and inclusive team. Apply now to make a difference in the future of mobility.
Contact:
Karthick Subramaniam,
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About Company
ZF Friedrichshafen AG is a German automotive technology supplier headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Baden-Württemberg, operating around 160 production sites across some 30 countries.
ZF has a six-decade presence in India, where it runs 17 manufacturing facilities and 12 engineering centres with a workforce of roughly 19,000 people. India is ZF's second-largest workforce location after Germany, supplying driveline, chassis, braking, steering and advanced safety technology.
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Application Deadline
25 Oct 25, 01:57 PM IST
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