Lead Buyer I Indirect Procurement

<p><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;margin:0px;color:rgb(36,36,36);font-size:12px;">Visteon is a global leader in automotive cockpit electronics, pioneering the software-defined future of mobility through innovative technology solutions. Our state-of-the-art product portfolio spans digital cockpit solutions, advanced displays, battery management systems, and power electronics for EVs, enhanced by cutting-edge software capabilities and artificial intelligence integration. Working in close collaboration with global automakers and suppliers throughout the entire product lifecycle, Visteon delivers solutions that are adaptable across all powertrain platforms. Founded in 2000, the company employs ~10,000 employees in 17 countries around the globe. In 2025, we recorded approximately $3.768 billion in annual sales and secured a record $7.4 billion in new business wins. To know more about us, visit </span><a id="menuremd" href="https://www.visteon.com/company/about-us/" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.visteon.com/company/about-us/" style="margin:0px;text-decoration:underline;font-size:16px;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;margin:0px;font-size:12px;">visteon.com</span></a><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;margin:0px;color:rgb(36,36,36);font-size:12px;">. </span></p><p class="Position description"><span style="font-weight:bolder;font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Mission of the Role:</span><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;"> We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced procurement professional to lead our indirect procurement activities within the automotive sector at Visteon. This role demands strategic sourcing expertise, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization skills to support the company's operational and financial objectives. The successful candidate will drive procurement initiatives for non-production goods and services, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and alignment with business goals. This position requires collaboration across multiple departments and external partners to deliver value, mitigate risks, and enhance supply chain efficiency in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</span></p><p class="Primary Responsibilities"><b><span style="color:inherit;font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;font-style:inherit;">Key Accountabilities / How You Will Spend Your Days</span><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">:</span></b></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for indirect procurement categories including IT, MRO, professional services, and facilities management.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and risk mitigation.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as finance, legal, and operations to align procurement strategies with business objectives.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Manage supplier performance through regular reviews, scorecards, and continuous improvement initiatives.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and cost drivers to identify opportunities for innovation and value creation.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Drive procurement process improvements and digital transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency and transparency.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Prepare and present procurement reports, forecasts, and business cases to senior management.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Mentor and develop junior procurement staff to build a high-performing team.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Manage risk by identifying potential supply chain disruptions and developing contingency plans.</span></li></ul><p></p><p class="Additional Responsibilities"><span style="font-weight:bolder;font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Key Behaviors:</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Strategic Sourcing</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Contract Negotiation</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Supplier Relationship Management</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Cost Reduction Strategies</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Category Management</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Procurement Compliance</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Risk Management</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Data Analysis and Reporting</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Cross-functional Collaboration</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Digital Procurement Tools</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Team Leadership and Development</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Market Intelligence</span></li></ul><p></p><p class="Reporting Designation Group"><span style="font-weight:bolder;font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Reporting Team:</span><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;"> Procurement Commodity Logistics Lead</span></p><p class="Category Group"><span style="margin:0px;font-weight:bolder;color:rgb(36,36,36);font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;margin:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:12px;line-height:inherit;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;color:inherit;">Qualifications, Experience, and Skills</span></span></p><p class="Category Group"></p><ul class="Category Group"><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:DarwinSans;font-size:12px;">Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in indirect procurement within the automotive or manufacturing industry, including leadership roles.</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;margin:0in;font-size:12pt;"><span style="font-family:DarwinSans, 'Noto Sans Variable';margin:0px;font-size:12px;">In the fast lane of technology. At Visteon, we’re redefining how the world connects through its vehicles. Our innovations transform the driving experience for millions, powered by a high-performance culture that challenges the status quo and sparks new possibilities—in careers and communities. Join us and help shape the future.</span></p><p class="x_MsoNormal" style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;margin:0in;color:rgb(36,36,36);font-size:12pt;"><span style="font-family:inherit;margin:0px;border:0px;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:12px;line-height:inherit;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;color:inherit;"> </span></p><p class="Industry Group"><br /></p>