Junior Buyer Apprentice, Bavans

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people. Our activity is looking for a Junior Buyer Apprentice for its R&D Center based in Bavans (30 min from Belfort; 15 min from Monbéliard; near Switzerland). The Center R&D in Bavans, with close to 1000 collaborators, develops innovative solutions for sustainable and clean mobility. As a Junior Buyer Apprentice you will work closely with internal teams, segment buyers, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

Lead the RFQ Process&Supplier Nomination: Supplier selection in coordination with segment buyers, launching requests for quotation (RFQs), conducting technical and commercial negotiations with suppliers, and leading the supplier nomination process.

Program Development&Execution: Monitor development schedules and ensure supplier deliveries, ensure suppliers meet quality targets, set up program‑specific contracts, and ensure ramp‑up readiness before launch and transfer to mass production.

Purchasing Performance Management: Manage processes and supplier strategy, track On‑Time Delivery (OTD) performance, monitor economic performance, drive productivity during serial production, and monitor payment terms.

Contribute to improving program productivity and ensuring the achievement of purchasing objectives.

Qualifications

Currently in final year of a Master’s degree (Bac+5), preferably with a specialization in purchasing.

Fluent in English.

Open‑minded, proactive, and autonomous.

Strong communicator, attentive, with analytical and critical thinking skills.

Able to bring a fresh perspective to organizational practices.

Comfortable working in an international environment and within a matrix organization.

Resilient, energetic, dynamic, and agile.

EEO Statement As a responsible employer, Forvia is committed to promoting diversity. This position is open to everyone.

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