Category Leader - Construction

Category Leader Construction

As Category Leader Construction the candidate will be part of the Indirect Sourcing team working closely with cross functional teams (Global Real Estate, Facilities, Project Team), key stakeholders and suppliers to drive effective sourcing strategy to deliver the best outcome for Aptiv. Key focus areas include; supporting category strategy, conducting commercial negotiations, contracts and risk management.

As a strong partnership to our customer, Aptiv expand and adjust the global footprint according to demands. With improve process and lead strategies, you will play a critical role driving Aptiv' s global foot print and construction strategy and goals.

Your Role

• Develop and drive effective Construction strategy that is reflective of organizational goals.
• Lead sourcing on Renovation of existing sites and Construction of new investments globally either as Greenfield or Brownfield
• Build trust with and manage stakeholders, work with cross functional organization in the delivery of strategic construction sourcing.
• Monitor the supply markets and adapt the sourcing strategy.
• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to advance value add of Indirect sourcing organization.
• Monitor and manage budgets to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.
• Negotiate complex commercial agreements while ensure compliance to corporate governance requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with supplier performance ensuring adherence to business activities and timelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Civil Engineering, Architecture or equivalent (Masters preferred) with 5+ years' experience in a similar role.
• In-depth, demonstrable, knowledge of construction markets, preferably working within construction procurement for the manufacturing sector across an extended global footprint.

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. We offer an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive and develop.
• You can have an impact. Your work will directly support safer, smarter mobility solutions around the world.
• You have support. We provide resources and flexibility to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Your Benefits at Aptiv

• Private health care (Signal Iduna) and life insurance for you and your family
• Well-being program with webinars, workshops, and community events
• Hybrid work model (minimum 47 days/year of remote work, flexible hours)
• Employer-paid Employee Pension Plan (+3.5% on each gross salary)
• Access to sports groups and Multisport card

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Client-provided location(s): Krakow, Poland

Job ID: Aptiv-J000682803

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-07-17T12:55:54