CPO search to shape global sourcing in a leading automotive technology group.

Chief Procurement Officer

Mission

Our client, a globally leading technology company in the automotive sector, sought a Chief Procurement Officer to elevate procurement from a functional discipline to a strategic lever. The role was critical in supporting growth, ensuring global supply stability, and aligning sourcing with the company’s innovation and operational goals.

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Approach
We led a targeted executive search for senior procurement leaders with international supply chain experience, deep industrial expertise, and a track record of transformation. Our focus was on candidates who combined strategic thinking with operational precision and the leadership to drive cross-functional alignment.

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Result
We placed a CPO who brought immediate clarity to global sourcing structures, introduced new supplier management frameworks, and improved cost transparency. Beyond operational improvements, the CPO strengthened procurement’s strategic role in product development and global manufacturing.

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Impact
Procurement was repositioned as a core business driver. The CPO now plays a key role in scaling operations, managing risk across global supply chains, and enabling the company’s innovation agenda through stronger supplier partnerships.

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Key Achievements

• Transformed procurement into a strategic growth enabler

• Improved sourcing transparency and supplier governance

• Aligned procurement with R&D and manufacturing strategy

• Strengthened global supply resilience and scalability