Job Description
The Senior Director, Global Procurement - Automotive will lead a global team of sourcing & procurement managers and professionals to drive excellence in procurement strategy, cost optimization, and supplier innovation. This position demands a high level of engagement with Sensata’s key suppliers and executive leadership team. The Senior Director will be instrumental in influencing strategic decisions and aligning sourcing initiatives with broader business goals. The position will collaborate cross-functionally across engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure continuity of supply, protect revenue, and navigate global regulatory and tariff challenges.
# General Responsibilities
+ Directs cross company collaborations to promote the lowest total cost of ownership sourcing solutions/value proposition.
+ Building successful relationships internally and externally in order to execute strategy plans and identifying key areas of improvement within the organization.
+ Focus on mitigating supply risks and enabling growth.
+ Ownership of supplier selection and sourcing decisions, in collaboration with category strategy team.
+ Manage all VA/VE and cost optimization activities.
+ Sourcing for suppliers when new business opportunities are won by the BU.
+ Being able to execute and revamp delivery, quality and cost issues.
+ Carry full Procurement P&L responsibility for the Business Unit (Automotive).
+ Responsible for managers securing commercial terms with the suppliers in line with company policies and compliance needs.
+ Directs the collaboration with functional areas to agree and secure sourcing suppliers, sourcing recommendations, supplier pool, selection criteria and event outcome criteria for Automotive BU.
+ Directs the continuous development of the Sourcing and Procurement function towards the best practices in procurement and development.
+ Advises and strongly influences on the delivering of corporate aligned procurement objectives supporting total company strategic vision.
+ Directs and influences implementing communication strategies to ensure accurate and timely flow of information to upper management, business partners, and suppliers.
+ Directs cross functional teams in supplier risk assessments, risk management and disaster recovery planning.
+ Support and represent Global Procurement in Business Unit (BU) meetings.
+ Develops negotiation strategies and directs managers in negotiations and projects for cost reduction initiatives for the Automotive BU.
+ Directs activities as required cross-functionally, including Planning, Engineering, Quality, Programs, Finance, Legal and Manufacturing concerning protection of supply chain.
+ Be the key contact point of the Categories supplier’s leadership team in order to protect supply.
+ Develops performance metrics and drives initiatives to ensure goals are met and on-schedule.
# Experience / Qualifications
+ A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.
+ Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members
+ Holds self and others accountable to achieving goals and standards
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
+ Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
+ Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
+ Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
+ Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
.
# Smarter _Together_
+ Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an **enriching environment** that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing
+ Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining **new perspectives** through mutual respect and open communication
+ As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together
Click here to view Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement (https://www.sensata.com/sensata-recruitment-privacy-policy)
Click here to view our Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement for China (https://www.sensata.com/sites/default/files/a/sensata\_china\_recruitment\_privacy\_policy.pdf)
**NOTE: If you are a current Sensata employee (or one of our Affiliates), please** **back out of this application** **and log into Workday via the Company Intranet to apply directly. Type "FIND JOBS" in the Workday search bar.**
Return to Sensata.com
**Read our Fraud Advisory (https:** //www.sensata.com/careers)
# Sensing is what we do.
In fact, our name Sensata comes from the Latin word sensate for ‘those gifted with sense’. Our focus on sensing is also reflected in our logo, which spells Sensata in Braille.
Sensata Technologies is a global industrial technology company striving to create a safer, cleaner, more efficient and electrified world. Through its broad portfolio of mission-critical sensors, electrical protection components and sensor-rich solutions, Sensata helps its customers address increasingly complex engineering and operating performance requirements. With more than 19,000 employees and global operations in 15 countries, Sensata serves customers in the automotive, heavy vehicle & off-road, industrial, and aerospace markets.
Learn more at **sensata.com** and follow Sensata on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sensata-technologies/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SensataTechnologies) , **Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sensatatechnologies/)** and X (https://twitter.com/Sensata) .
# Note to applicants for positions in the United States:
+ Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
+ View The EEO is the Law poster (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) and its supplement (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) .
+ Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf)
If you are an individual who requires a reasonable accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which you applied, please make a request to the recruiter or contact [email protected]
# Diversity Statement
We are dedicated to ensuring our employees feel a sense of belonging (https://www.sensata.com/sites/default/files/a/Sensata%20DEI%20Policy%20FINAL.pdf) and respect every day. We believe that every individual has unique insights that others can learn from. Working at Sensata means you can bring your whole self to the table. Our goal is to achieve fair representation of women, minorities, veterans, people with disabilities, and all types of diversity among all levels in our organization.
Note to applicants for positions in the United States:
Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
View The EEO is the Law poster https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm and its supplement https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf
# General Responsibilities
+ Directs cross company collaborations to promote the lowest total cost of ownership sourcing solutions/value proposition.
+ Building successful relationships internally and externally in order to execute strategy plans and identifying key areas of improvement within the organization.
+ Focus on mitigating supply risks and enabling growth.
+ Ownership of supplier selection and sourcing decisions, in collaboration with category strategy team.
+ Manage all VA/VE and cost optimization activities.
+ Sourcing for suppliers when new business opportunities are won by the BU.
+ Being able to execute and revamp delivery, quality and cost issues.
+ Carry full Procurement P&L responsibility for the Business Unit (Automotive).
+ Responsible for managers securing commercial terms with the suppliers in line with company policies and compliance needs.
+ Directs the collaboration with functional areas to agree and secure sourcing suppliers, sourcing recommendations, supplier pool, selection criteria and event outcome criteria for Automotive BU.
+ Directs the continuous development of the Sourcing and Procurement function towards the best practices in procurement and development.
+ Advises and strongly influences on the delivering of corporate aligned procurement objectives supporting total company strategic vision.
+ Directs and influences implementing communication strategies to ensure accurate and timely flow of information to upper management, business partners, and suppliers.
+ Directs cross functional teams in supplier risk assessments, risk management and disaster recovery planning.
+ Support and represent Global Procurement in Business Unit (BU) meetings.
+ Develops negotiation strategies and directs managers in negotiations and projects for cost reduction initiatives for the Automotive BU.
+ Directs activities as required cross-functionally, including Planning, Engineering, Quality, Programs, Finance, Legal and Manufacturing concerning protection of supply chain.
+ Be the key contact point of the Categories supplier’s leadership team in order to protect supply.
+ Develops performance metrics and drives initiatives to ensure goals are met and on-schedule.
# Experience / Qualifications
+ A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.
+ Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members
+ Holds self and others accountable to achieving goals and standards
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
+ Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
+ Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
+ Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
+ Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
.
# Smarter _Together_
+ Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an **enriching environment** that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing
+ Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining **new perspectives** through mutual respect and open communication
+ As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together
Click here to view Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement (https://www.sensata.com/sensata-recruitment-privacy-policy)
Click here to view our Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement for China (https://www.sensata.com/sites/default/files/a/sensata\_china\_recruitment\_privacy\_policy.pdf)
**NOTE: If you are a current Sensata employee (or one of our Affiliates), please** **back out of this application** **and log into Workday via the Company Intranet to apply directly. Type "FIND JOBS" in the Workday search bar.**
Return to Sensata.com
**Read our Fraud Advisory (https:** //www.sensata.com/careers)
# Sensing is what we do.
In fact, our name Sensata comes from the Latin word sensate for ‘those gifted with sense’. Our focus on sensing is also reflected in our logo, which spells Sensata in Braille.
Sensata Technologies is a global industrial technology company striving to create a safer, cleaner, more efficient and electrified world. Through its broad portfolio of mission-critical sensors, electrical protection components and sensor-rich solutions, Sensata helps its customers address increasingly complex engineering and operating performance requirements. With more than 19,000 employees and global operations in 15 countries, Sensata serves customers in the automotive, heavy vehicle & off-road, industrial, and aerospace markets.
Learn more at **sensata.com** and follow Sensata on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sensata-technologies/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SensataTechnologies) , **Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sensatatechnologies/)** and X (https://twitter.com/Sensata) .
# Note to applicants for positions in the United States:
+ Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
+ View The EEO is the Law poster (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) and its supplement (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) .
+ Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf)
If you are an individual who requires a reasonable accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which you applied, please make a request to the recruiter or contact [email protected]
# Diversity Statement
We are dedicated to ensuring our employees feel a sense of belonging (https://www.sensata.com/sites/default/files/a/Sensata%20DEI%20Policy%20FINAL.pdf) and respect every day. We believe that every individual has unique insights that others can learn from. Working at Sensata means you can bring your whole self to the table. Our goal is to achieve fair representation of women, minorities, veterans, people with disabilities, and all types of diversity among all levels in our organization.
Note to applicants for positions in the United States:
Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
View The EEO is the Law poster https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm and its supplement https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf
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