Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Powertrain

Job Description

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist works to develop an innovative and competitive supply base for powertrain, vehicle, and battery development. The role focuses on ensuring speed, quality, and risk reduction across sourcing activities while supporting new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and scout new suppliers in automotive and energy-related sectors

• Perform technical and economic pre-qualification and supplier assessments

• Support RFQ processes, including supplier selection and benchmarking

• Conduct Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis and cost breakdowns

• Manage supplier-related risks and ensure mitigation strategies

• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, and Project Management teams

• Develop and maintain supplier dossiers and benchmarking analyses

• Run mini RFIs and organize technical visits to supplier facilities

• Monitor supplier performance through monthly dashboards and KPIs

• Support proposal preparation and contribute to new business acquisition

• Analyze technical drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing processes

• Ensure alignment with APQP, PPAP, and IATF standards

• Continuously improve supplier competitiveness and sourcing efficiency

Profile Description

• Degree in Engineering, Economics, or a related field

• 3–7 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supplier scouting

• Experience in automotive and/or energy sectors

• Strong knowledge of powertrain systems (ICE, BEV, PHEV, FCEV); battery systems (cells, modules, BMS, cooling); vehicle engineering and prototyping; mechanical and electronic components

• Ability to read technical drawings and analyze Bills of Materials (BOM)

• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and quality standards (APQP, PPAP, IATF)

• Strong analytical skills (TCO, cost analysis, competitiveness evaluation)

• Excellent negotiation and risk assessment capabilities

• Executive-level communication and synthesis skills

• Proactive, autonomous, and results-oriented mindset

• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills

• Proficiency in English (good to advanced level)

• Willingness to travel

We Offer

RAL: 30k - 37k

Contact RecruiterTalent Acquisition: Mariele Lo Bianco

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ABOUT AVL Italia S.p.A

AVL Italia, founded in 1980, provides the full portfolio of AVL technologies at the local level, offering customized solutions tailored to its customers.

With more than 40 years of experience and the support of a strong, highly qualified local team, AVL Italia is committed to making sustainable mobility a reality for everyone. It also supports companies and industrial partners in transitioning to cleaner energy sources and adopting advanced technologies to reduce environmental impact.