Director Of Purchasing

Autoliv, the global leader in automotive safety, is seeking a Director of Purchasing to lead our Brazil procurement function.What you'll lead : Sourcing Strategy : Define and execute category strategies (direct & indirect), experience in leading global and local sourcing, ensure supply continuity, dual sourcing where needed, and deliver savings while safeguarding quality, delivery and cash (payment terms, inventory).

Supplier Partnership Development : Build high-performing supplier networks; drive VAVE, technical negotiations.Financial Performance : Productivities year-over-year, inflation / economics and raw material negotiations, headwinds mitigationRisk Management : Resourcing, capacity, geo & compliance.Program & Cross-Functional Leadership : Partner with Engineering, Program Management, Sales, Quality, Logistics, Finance and Legal to source new programs on time (APQP / PPAP readiness), support launches, and resolve constraints quickly.Performance & Governance : Lead the purchasing team with clear KPIs; enforce ethical standards and alignment with IATF / ESG and corporate policies; define local and enforce compliance to global corporate processes.What makes you a strong fit : 10+ years in OEM / Tier-1 automotive purchasing, with proven team leadership and results in complex, high-volume operations.Bachelor's degree (Engineering, Business, or related areas); MBA is a plus.Mastery in negotiations, category management, cost modeling, and supplier performance management (APQP / PPAP familiarity).

Team Play : Partner with all functions to look for the best source solution considering Total Cost scenario, while driving high Quality Standards, associated to Stable and Predictable Deliveries.Fluent English : Spanish is a plus