Aptiv

Category Leader – Technology, Advanced Sourcing

Aptiv

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Krakow • 🇵🇱 Poland

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Manage end-to-end sourcing for embedded software in production programs — RFQs, PR/POs, contracts, invoicing, and payments
  • Ensure timely, cost-effective supplier deliverables by maintaining clear channels between Aptiv teams and suppliers
  • Lead QBRs with supplier leadership to secure alignment, track performance, and strengthen Aptiv’s leverage across programs
  • Support pursuits and next-gen programs by driving early supplier engagement and alignment with product roadmaps
  • Collect and maintain supplier data — roadmaps, commercial models, benchmarking
  • Manage supplier scorecards, dashboards, and performance reporting in line with SCM and GPO standards

Requirements

  • 5–7 years in technology program management, systems engineering, or procurement (automotive/technology/software preferred)
  • Hands-on experience in procurement execution (RFQs, contracts, invoicing, payments)
  • Working knowledge of the embedded software and automotive silicon vendor ecosystem
  • Strong organizational skills for QBRs, trackers, and cross-functional deliverables
  • Clear communicator; able to present to leadership and drive alignment
Benefits
  • Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones
  • Well-Being Program that includes regular webinars, workshops, and networking events
  • Access to sports groups and Multisport card
  • Hybrid work (min. 47 days/yr of remote work, flexible working hours)
  • Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer (you get + 3,5% on each gross salary)

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
procurement executionRFQscontractsinvoicingpaymentssupplier scorecardsperformance reportingbenchmarkingsystems engineeringtechnology program management
Soft skills
organizational skillscommunicationleadershipalignmentcross-functional collaboration