About the GAC

GAC MOTOR Europe was registered in March 2024 in Amsterdam and is part of the Guangzhou Automobile Group. Our business covers all aspects of passenger car sales, marketing and aftersales services. We are dedicated to delivering quality work and exceptional customer service in all aspects of our business.

Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (abbreviated as GAC group, 6601238.SH，02238.HK), headquartered in Guangzhou City, is a large joint-stock automobile enterprise listed in both Hongkong and Shanghai Stock exchanges. At present, it has about 100,000 employees. Fortunate Global 500 ranked No.181. The main business covers seven major sectors: research and development, vehicle, parts, energy and ecology, internationalization, commerce and transportation, investment and finance. Sticking to independent innovation and joint venture cooperation, GAC group is now transforming itself with all its strength to a technology-based enterprise. Adhering to the enterprise concept of 'Humanity', Credibility, Creativity', GAC is committed to building a world-class company which wins customers’ trust, ensures staff's well-being, and meets social expectations.

We are currently looking for Powertrain Procurement Engineer, the details Job responsibilities as below:

🎯 Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supplier sourcing, qualification assessments, and nomination negotiation support for batteries and electric drive systems in Europe. Assist headquarters in conducting comprehensive QCD (Quality, Cost, Delivery) evaluations to ensure suppliers comply with European regulations and GAC technical standards.

• Ensure localized supply of battery and electric drive components, monitor delivery schedules, inventory levels, and logistics status, and resolve supply disruptions to ensure timely material availability.

• Conduct monthly supplier performance evaluations, manage claims and settlement coordination, maintain strategic supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvement.

• Support cost-reduction initiatives and localization certification for battery and electric drive components, ensuring compliance with localization requirements while mitigating anti-dumping and subsidy-related risks.

• Collect market intelligence on the European battery supply chain, including raw materials, battery cells, packs, motors, electronic control systems, and recycling. Monitor regulatory developments, including the EU Battery Regulation, carbon footprint requirements, and CBAM, and provide timely risk alerts.

• Support headquarters in developing the battery and electric drive supply chain and negotiating long-term supply agreements. Follow up on local trial production, mass-production ramp-up, and VA/VE cost-reduction initiatives.

• Establish and maintain supplier databases for battery and electric drive systems and update procurement digital systems to ensure data accuracy and traceability.

• Act as a technical and commercial liaison between European suppliers and headquarters, coordinating with R&D, Quality, and Project teams to ensure alignment between local procurement strategies and the Group's overall strategy.

• Perform other duties assigned by the company and management.

💼 What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in Electrochemistry, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, New Energy Science and Engineering, or related disciplines.

• 3–5 years of experience in automotive component procurement, supply chain management, or supplier quality engineering. Experience in battery or electric drive procurement at a Tier 1 supplier or automotive OEM is preferred.

• Strong understanding of the power battery and electric drive supply chain, including cathode materials, anode materials, electrolytes, battery cells, packs, BMS, motors, and electronic control systems. Familiarity with the EU Battery Regulation, carbon footprint requirements, and REACH.

• Excellent cross-functional coordination and commercial negotiation skills, with the ability to facilitate the localization of supplier resources in Europe.

• Strong data analysis and cost breakdown capabilities. Proficiency in MS Office and procurement systems such as SAP/ERP.

• Proficiency in Chinese and English as a working language (CET-6, IELTS 6.5, or equivalent). Strong cross-cultural business communication skills. German or French proficiency is preferred.

• Willingness to accept a long-term assignment in Europe, primarily under a locally aligned compensation arrangement. Previous work experience in Europe, overseas education, or local residency status is preferred.

• Proactive, responsible, and resilient, with strong compliance awareness, teamwork skills, and the ability to collaborate across time zones.

• Familiarity with the European automotive supply chain, particularly local battery and electric drive suppliers, European procurement and logistics practices, local regulations, and business conventions. Knowledge of IATF 16949 quality management standards. Demonstrated ability to independently conduct supplier audits, performance evaluations, cost and delivery management, and supply risk identification and mitigation.

✨ What We Offer:

• An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you.

• A fast career track like only few other companies can match.

• A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); at GAC we strongly believe and live by ownership and meritocracy.

GAC Europe is based in Amsterdam, and we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, along with an attractive welfare policy. Let me know if you'd like to learn more.

If you have any questions, you may always reach out via gaci_eu_gmo@gac-international.com.

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We are committed to creating a work environment of trust and respect for our employee, which we believe will motivate them to achieve their dreams together. Our employees and partners have always been relentless in their pursuit of excellence in the face of challenges. We are very proud of what we have achieved, and we are proud of our leadership. We hope you will give full play to your talents and help make GAC a world-class company.