Program Purchasing

Req ID 86486 | Asia Pacific Co Ltd, China, ZF Asia Pacific Group Co., Ltd. About the Team This position is part of ZF’s ADAS & HPC business, which is entering an exciting new phase of growth and transformation within the advanced automotive technology space. The business unit is planned for divestiture, creating a unique opportunity to help shape the future of next-generation driver assistance and high-performance computing technologies.

What you can look forward to as Program Purchasing: Manage program BOM cost, identify cost‑reduction opportunities, and support productivity improvements through VA/VE and supplier negotiations. Support commodity teams with sourcing preparation and contract negotiation activities. Analyze the supply base and recommend suppliers for approval, removal, or strategic nomination. Conduct market research to benchmark pricing, track trends, and support cost‑control decisions.

Develop part‑family strategies aligned with overall commodity strategies. Manage supplier performance regarding cost, quality, and delivery while ensuring compliance with company policies. Track negotiation status, maintain supplier agreements, and update cost and sourcing tools as required. Participate in continuous improvement, maintain professional knowledge, and perform other assigned duties.

Your Profile as Program Purchasing: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Economics, or a related field, with strong technical and analytical capability. 6+ years of professional purchasing experience, including commodity management, project purchasing, and complex negotiations with suppliers. Proven experience in supplier evaluation and analysis covering quality, cost, capacity, and overall performance.

Strong knowledge of purchasing methods, negotiation techniques, cost‑improvement tools, and market understanding of assigned commodities. Hands‑on experience with APQP, project management tools, SAP, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment while managing multiple projects and deadlines. Excellent cross‑functional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate at all organizational levels and build effective supplier relationships.

Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required. Why you should choose ZF in Shanghai: Individual Growth: At ZF, you accelerate your career by working together across borders and cultures. Take advantage of global development opportunities, support and a flexible working environment. Experience Variety: Join ZF to shape future mobility and sustainable systems.

Drive smart solutions and contribute to safer, cleaner, affordable mobility for all. Find Inspiration: Develop yourself in a team-oriented and supportive environment at ZF. Take on international challenges, be inspired by your colleagues and shape the future with us. Be part of our ZF team as Program Purchasing and apply now! Contact Ying Li molly.li@zf.com