The automotive industry is in the middle of the biggest transformation ever. E-mobility, autonomous driving, connected vehicles and much more require a recalibration or even transformation of entire business models and supply chains. In addition, companies have had to contend with highly volatile and complex demands and supply markets in recent years - and there is no real end in sight to these challenges.
This has a massive impact on all functions of an organization and especially on Purchasing and Supply Chain Management as the material cost share is usually greater than 60-70%. The strategy and target operating model of purchasing and supply chain management must be recalibrated.
Dr. Kenneth Sievers, Partner at TSETINIS-EFESO, asked Daniele Pontarollo, Head of Materials Management at ZF Group, about the strategic implications of these market dynamics and requirements.
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