SAP
Emrah SEVINC
Senior Purchasing | Procurement Manager
Bavaria
Summary
Results-driven Senior Procurement and Vendor Management Professional with over 14 years of experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, and vendor contract management. Skilled in negotiating high-value contracts, optimizing vendor relationships, and driving cost-saving initiatives. Proven expertise in streamlining procurement operations, improving reporting processes, and implementing new procedures to enhance efficiency. Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and representing the company in audits by internal and external parties, including IATF and IT/IS specialists. Known for excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality materials that meet business needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Purchasing Manager (Site)
Valeo Automotive
Ebern, Bavaria
11.2022 - Current
- Web : https://www.valeo.com/en/germany/
- Oversaw procurement for five companies with a combined annual purchase volume of €150 million, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and delivering cost savings through strategic sourcing.
- Acted as a key member of the Site Management Committee, contributing to high-level decision-making and aligning procurement strategies with company-wide goals.
- Led contract lifecycle management, negotiating favorable contracts and ensuring compliance with pricing, charge-backs, and potential litigation, contributing to a 15% reduction in procurement costs.
- Managed supplier relationships, resolving crises related to quality, delivery, and commercial issues, maintaining 98% on-time delivery and exceeding quality standards.
- Conducted regular spend analysis and market research, identifying cost-saving opportunities and optimizing budget allocations, which led to a 10% reduction in overall purchasing costs.
- Successfully Deployed "Material Steering Committee" for presenting material productivity metrics to the Site Management, to influence, track and make strategic decisions.
- Developed risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain during Sanctions & Pandemics.
- Analyzed market trends and adjusted procurement strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Evaluated supplier performance through regular audits and assessments, ensuring compliance with quality standards and contractual terms.
- Implemented sustainable purchasing practices, supporting Valeo's environmental responsibility goals and enhancing supply chain efficiency.
- Generated reports, documents and analysis in G-Suite Apps for Executive management review and approval.
- Hired, trained and developed junior purchasing staff, improving departmental effectiveness and fostering professional growth.
- Established performance metrics for procurement department, driving accountability and continuous improvement.
- Developed and executed training programs for procurement team, enhancing skills and knowledge in strategic sourcing.
Purchasing Manager (Projects)
Valeo Automotive
Bursa, Turkey
06.2017 - 11.2022
- Web: https://www.valeo.com/en/turkey/
- Exceeded annual nominated purchase volume by €100 million through strategic sourcing initiatives and cross-functional collaboration, contributing significantly to business growth.
- Played an active role in target setting for new projects and contributing company order intake (OI) with achievemt min. %120 yearly business growth.
- Acted as the key liaison between Business Group projects and the Commodity Network, ensuring seamless procurement standard implementation during the initial product phase (P1).
- Oversaw budget management and ensured compliance with the Project Purchasing Index (PPI) and key performance indicators (KPIs), enhancing operational performance.
- Led the identification and development of new suppliers in critical sectors, including brushless motors, e-Drives, and e-bike components, driving innovation and securing competitive pricing.
- Managed supplier projects, including PPAP validation, audits, and capacity verification, ensuring succesful Start of Production (SOP) with industry standards and reducing risks.
- Demonstrated expertise in risk management across financial, supply chain, and sustainability domains, ensuring project success and long-term supplier reliability.
- Dedicated to team development, providing coaching and fostering competency growth to build a high-performing procurement team.
Project Purchasing Engineer
Valeo Automotive
Bursa, Turkey
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Web: https://www.valeo.com/en/turkey/
- Streamlined communication between suppliers and internal teams by coordinating design reviews and planning, reducing project delays by 20% and improving cross-functional collaboration.
- Led RFQ negotiations and supplier auctions for key commodities, including non-ferrous die casting and plastics, achieving 5-25% reduction in material costs and enhancing procurement efficiency.
- Contributed to strategic sourcing decisions as a member of the Sourcing and Technical Committees, boosting supply chain efficiency by 10% and improving supplier selection.
- Proactively managed supplier performance, ensuring on-time delivery and full PPAP compliance, supporting timely product launches and minimizing production delays.
- Mitigated risks by identifying potential disruptions and developing contingency plans, safeguarding the supply chain from unforeseen challenges.
- Utilized advanced e-procurement tools to streamline procurement processes, reducing lead times and increasing operational productivity.
Purchasing Engineer
Beyçelik Gestamp Automotive
Bursa, Turkey
03.2010 - 09.2015
- Web : https://beycelikgestamp.com.tr/en/
- Procurement & Stock Control: Ensured uninterrupted supply of essential monthly consumables, maintaining 100% stock availability while optimizing costs, contributing to operational efficiency.
- Month-End Closing: Collaborated with the finance department to execute accurate month-end closing procedures, enhancing reporting accuracy and ensuring timely financial reconciliation.
- Contract Negotiations: Successfully negotiated and secured annual contracts for staff benefits, including gift certificates and provisions, ensuring compliance with union agreements and company policies, resulting in cost savings and strengthened employee relations.
Education
MBA - Mastering Business Excellence
CEDEP-INSEAD Executive Education
Fontainebleau/ FRANCE 01.2019 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Eskisehir Osmangazi University
Eskisehir / TURKEY 04.2004 - 01.2009
Skills
Procurement & Sourcing Expertise:
Strategic Procurement
Contract Negotiation
Global Sourcing Expertise
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
Supplier Negotiation Expertise
RFP Management
Supplier Performance Evaluation
Supplier Performance Monitoring
Strategic Category Management
Auction Management
Streamlining Procurement Processes
Responsible Sourcing Practices
Cost Reduction Strategies
Budget Oversight
Loss Management Strategies
Reporting Proficiency
Compliance Risk Assessment
Leadership & Team Management:
Collaborative Team Development
Strategic Decision-Making
Strategic Goal Setting
Analytical Problem-Solving
Supplier Engagement Strategies
Effective Supplier Engagement
Supplier Negotiation Expertise
Supplier Performance Monitoring
Vendor Performance Evaluation
Supply Chain & Operational Efficiency:
Streamlining Procurement Processes
Strategic Category Management
Technical & Industry-Specific Knowledge:
E-procurement Systems
Passive Components
Standard Semiconductors
Trainings And Certificates
- 2021, Targeting Short-Term Supplier Productivity, Créargie Fr
- 2020, Leader Brain, Mess
- 2019, Strategy Design & Implementation, CEDEP-INSEAD
- 2019, Diversity Management & Competency-based Feedback, Mess
- 2018, Dynamic Leadership Skills/ Key Management Skills, Dynargie
- 2018, Purchasing Law Training, EIPM
- 2018, Conflictual Negotiation Training / Business Negotiation Training, First Group Learning Solutions
- 2016, IATF 16949:2016, TUV-NORD
Accomplishments
- Improved operations efficiency 15% with implementation of various process improvements.
- Recruited and developed 10+ new purchasing professionals.
- Managed purchasing operations for 5 different locations.
- Reduced excess inventory by 10% through improved purchasing and distribution procedures.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Software
G-Suite
SRM
E-Procurement
AI Tools Proficiency
Timeline
Purchasing Manager (Site)
Valeo Automotive
11.2022 - Current
MBA - Mastering Business Excellence
CEDEP-INSEAD Executive Education
01.2019 - 02.2019
Purchasing Manager (Projects)
Valeo Automotive
06.2017 - 11.2022
Project Purchasing Engineer
Valeo Automotive
09.2015 - 06.2017
Purchasing Engineer
Beyçelik Gestamp Automotive
03.2010 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Eskisehir Osmangazi University
04.2004 - 01.2009