Aurobay develops and produces world-class hybrid engines and transmissions. With factories on two continents - Sweden and China - we're a pioneering global supplier of propulsion technology, development services and contract manufacturing. The Aurobay brand brings together over 9,000 dedicated and determined people that design, develop, and manufacture next-generation powertrain solutions for a global market.

Aurobay is now part of Horse Powertrain Limited. Horse Powertrain consists of two divisions, Aurobay Technologies and Horse Technologies. It is a world leader in hybrid and combustion powertrain solutions. Headquartered in London, UK, the company employs 19,000 people globally across 17 plants and five R&D centers. Horse Powertrain’s three shareholders are Renault Group (45%), Geely (45%), and Aramco (10%).

Aurobay Sweden AB is hiring a Procurement Synergy & Liaison Director.

What we offer

In addition to a competitive salary, a great location on Lindholmen or Skövde, and a genuine work-life balance, we provide the following benefits:

• A yearly wellness contribution of SEK 5 000 for your physical and mental wellbeing.
• A personal and professional development scheme to support your growth.
• Additional pension funding.
• Competitive additional and full coverage insurance.

As Procurement Synergy & Liaison Director, you will play a key role in strengthening and managing collaboration, transparency, and operational alignment between Aurobay Sweden and Aurobay China and Geely as well as Horse Powertrain Ltd.

Based at Aurobay Technologies Division in Sweden and reporting to the EVP Procurement Aurobay Sweden, you’ll lead cross-regional synergy initiatives, ensuring effective coordination of procurement, supplier quality, and engineering resources to drive cost reduction and business efficiency. Combining strategic leadership, commercial acumen, and a deep China network, you’ll enable best-in-class results through co-funded projects and transparent collaboration across Procurement, R&D, and executive management levels within Aurobay and Geely. 

Skills and experience

• Minimum 10 years’ experience working with Geely Powertrain and the relevant Chinese supplier market, with deep knowledge of procurement, supplier development, and cost structures, especially in China.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive network across China’s powertrain supplier base and within Aurobay China and Geely operations.
• Proven commercial and strategic capability in driving cost efficiency, supplier performance, and long-term business growth.
• Strong understanding of product composition, technical complexity, and key cost drivers.
• Proven skill, and deep experience, in procurement management, contract negotiation, partner development, project management, and budget control.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills with a proactive, result-driven mindset.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities, confident operating and delivering in a global context. Extensive experience from collaboration and communication with all management levels.

Your role

• As Procurement Synergy & Liaison Director, you’ll strengthen collaboration and alignment between Aurobay Sweden, Aurobay China, and Geely operations to drive cost reduction, cost and collaboration efficiency, supplier development, and one-team performance.
• Lead cost-reduction and localization initiatives for China - or commonly sourced parts, ensuring delivery of technical and commercial solutions on time and within budget.
• Define and coordinate work packages across Sweden and China, fostering transparency, joint planning, and shared accountability.
• Build and leverage a strong network across Aurobay, Geely, Horse and supplier markets to enable synergy, knowledge sharing, and long-term partnerships.
• Drive project planning, progress reviews, and stakeholder engagement to meet agreed targets and deliverables.
• Lead and support supplier and KPI negotiations, ensure business objectives, budgets, and customer requirements are achieved.
• Collaborate closely with Procurement, R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Finance teams across regions to realize total cost reductions and sustainable growth.

Equal opportunities employer

We are an equal opportunities employer. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply, especially women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, and people with disabilities. Research has shown that women and people from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply if they don't match 100% of the criteria. As a company, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you believe you have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Let's explore the possibilities together.

How to apply

Deadline to submit your application is 2025-12-07, but the selection process will be running continuously. Please note that due to GDPR, we do not accept applications via email. We can’t wait to see what you can bring to our team!

Questions

For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Recruiter Sophie Hallden, sophie.hallden@aurobay.com

Questions concerning trade unions

Unionen: Ordf Joakim Dahlin, joakim.dahlin@aurobay.com
Ledarna: Ordf Håkan Modigh, hakan.modigh@aurobay.com
Akademikerna: Ordf. Fredrik Fantenberg, fredrik.fantenberg@aurobay.com
IF Metall: Ordf Marko Borg Peltonen, marko.borg.peltonen@aurobay.com