BG Purchasing Costing Leader

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

The BG Purchasing Costing Leader supports the FCE BG business goals with accurate and credible cost estimates for products and investments to achieve profitable customer quotations. Supports and leads with overall knowledge regarding tooling- & piece-cost estimates (mechanical and electronics), logistics & assembling estimates, cost tracking of new programs and questions concerning economic standards.

The main missions of the role are:

• Implement Forvia's cost estimation systems and practices in accordance with Forvia FCPs within FCE.
• Developing and ensuring proper documentations
• Keep track of new industry developments and employ new technologies.
• Ensuring that the cost estimates are finished and correct on due date
• Define and pursue the internal procedures
• Provide input into customer quotations (BP): Develop cost models for purchased components (electronics/mechanical) ;develop cost models for internal assembly processes; understanding of tariff and duties when evaluating costs
• Develop cost models for purchased components (electronics/mechanical)
• Develop cost models for internal assembly processes
• Understanding of tariff and duties when evaluating costs
• Implement cost model programs by evaluating other BGs best practices
• All program-related duties need to be accomplished within the requirements of the Faurecia Program Management System.
• Support Make vs Buy decisions
• Support VAVE process on new and existing business
• Other duties and projects as assigned.
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to adhere to Faurecia’s Code of Ethics and Code of Management.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have/be:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Purchasing, or a related field or more than 5 years of experience as a senior estimator in the automotive industry.

Experience:

• +5 years of experience as a Senior Estimator in the automotive industry (electronics automotive preferred)
• Proven experience in cost analysis, cost modeling, and cost breakdowns (direct materials, indirect costs, logistics, etc.).
• Experience leading supplier negotiations and achieving cost savings through strategic sourcing.
• Experience with should-cost analysis tools, cost estimation software, and/or ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Experience preparing and presenting costing reports to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong background in purchasing, sourcing, or procurement within automotive, manufacturing, or related industries.
• Strong expertise with RFQ (Request for Quotation) processes, supplier quoting, and benchmarking.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and cost drivers (tooling, labor, raw materials, logistics, overhead, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of contracts, compliance, and supplier performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and operations to validate supplier costs.
• Skilled in managing uncertainty and maintaining objectivity under stakeholder pressure.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and cost-modeling tools.
• Knowledge of VAVE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering) methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills and autonomy
• Strong negotiation, influencing, and arbitration capabilities.
• Manages complexity, collaborates with others, drives results

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.  
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development. 
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count. 
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility.  Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world) 
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans. 
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy. 

Why join us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.

With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.

As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.