Strategic Sourcing

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier. As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performance lighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle Solutions Business Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles. With currently around 36,500 employees at over 125 locations, the Company is active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.1 billion in fiscal year 2024.

YOUR TASKS
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for leading procurement activities for automotive lighting components and technologies (LED modules, PCBs, lenses, housings, wiring, electronics). The role ensures cost optimization, supplier development, risk mitigation, and alignment with organizational goals for quality, innovation, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Sourcing & Commodity Management
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for lighting commodities (LEDs, drivers, PCBs, injection‑molded parts, die‑cast components, wiring harnesses).
Conduct cost analysis, benchmark pricing, and drive total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements.
Identify global and regional suppliers, evaluate capabilities, and build long‑term sourcing pipelines.
Support Make/Buy decisions and identify localization opportunities.
2. Supplier Management
Lead end‑to‑end supplier selection, audits, onboarding, and performance management.
Build supplier partnerships supporting innovation in LED, OLED, laser, and ADAS‑integrated lighting.
Manage supplier KPIs: Cost, Quality, Delivery, Sustainability, and Risk.
3. Negotiation & Contracting
Own negotiations for pricing, tooling cost, long‑term agreements, supply terms, and service-level expectations.
Ensure contract compliance and safeguard the company from supply disruptions.
4. Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with R&D, Program Management, Quality, Operations, and Finance.
Support new product development (NPD) by integrating suppliers early in the design phase (early supplier involvement).
Participate in VA/VE activities to optimize cost, materials, and design.
5. Cost, Risk & Supply Chain Optimization
Monitor market trends (LED price drops, electronics shortages, raw material volatility).
Develop dual‑sourcing strategies and supply‑chain risk mitigation plans.
Track and drive year‑on‑year cost savings.
6. Compliance & Sustainability
Ensure sourcing practices meet corporate sustainability and ESG requirements.
Support audits for environmental compliance (RoHS, REACH), and IATF‑16949 standards.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Skills
Knowledge of automotive lighting technologies (LEDs, optical systems, driver electronics).
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes: injection molding, die‑casting, SMT, coating, lens manufacturing.
Familiarity with automotive standards (APQP, PPAP, IATF‑16949).

• Core Competencies
  Strong negotiation and supplier‑relationship management skills.
  Cost engineering and analytical abilities.
  Understanding of global supply‑chain risks and mitigation.
  Proactive, data‑driven decision-making.
  
• Education & Experience
  Bachelor’s degree in engineering / supply chain / business.
  8–10 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, preferably in automotive components.
  Experience with lighting, electronics, or precision plastic components is a strong advantage.

HELLA India Lighting Ltd.
Neha Saini
Derabassi - Punjab