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Supply Chain Leadership Development Program

Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders Today

Welcome to Aptiv's Supply Chain Leadership Development Program. At Aptiv, we're committed to nurturing talent, and the Supply Chain Leadership Development Program (SLDP) is your launchpad to success.

We invite applicants from diverse academic backgrounds, including final-year students and recent graduates with degrees in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Transportation, Procurement, Manufacturing, Inventory Management, or Warehousing. Your Leadership Journey begins here – apply today and discover the exciting opportunities that await!

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Learn about our Supply Chain Leadership Development Program from our Executive Sponsor

Joe Palmieri

Welcome to Aptiv’s Supply Chain Leadership Development Program (SLDP)! The Supply Chain Leadership Development Program is a phenomenal way to jump start your career in Supply Chain Management, expanding both your SCM acumen and your professional network.

The program is designed to expose you to three different rotations, potentially in three different regions across the globe. You'll gain a deep understanding of various SCM disciplines including, but not limited to procurement, logistics, operations, analytics, strategy, category management, global trade, and risk and resiliency. SLDPs will work cross-functionally with people from around the world with regular exposure to Senior Leadership throughout Aptiv. It is a great program to build your skillset and jumpstart your career. Do you want to be on the fast-track to be a future SCM Leader at Aptiv? Apply Today!

Joe Palmieri

Senior Vice President, Supply Chain Management and Global Real Estate

Why Choose Aptiv’s SLDP

Program Details

Diverse Exposure

Our program offers a unique rotational experience that immerses you in various aspects of our business. You will gain exposure to a wide range of disciplines, setting the stage for accelerated career growth.

Expert Guidance

Led by a senior supply chain executive team, our program is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of exceptional leaders at Aptiv.

High-impact Projects

Get ready to dive into high-visibility, complex and exciting projects that will challenge and empower you.

Mentoring Program

As an SLDP participant, you will be paired with a seasoned supply chain executive within our organization. This mentorship experience offers you invaluable insights and opportunities to engage with senior leadership outside of your current role to benefit from their wealth of experience.

Career Advancement

Successful completion of the program opens the door to supply chain roles with increasing levels of responsibility, setting you on a path to a fulfilling career in supply chain.

Explore the World of Supply Chain with Aptiv

In our Supply Chain Leadership Development Program, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of all facets of the Supply Chain organization, including:

Purchasing

Develop and execute category purchasing strategy to create a competitive advantage for the business unit and ensure both long-term business sustainability and the attainment of annual performance objectives.

Direct/Indirect Commodity Management

Apply strategic sourcing to develop category strategies and negotiate with suppliers to deliver the lowest-cost materials. Manage supply chain logistics, from product development to final shipment.

Logistics

Manage the logistics of all aspects of supply chain, from product development to the shipment of finished items.

Supplier Development

Create, lead and monitor supplier development/improvement plans. Monitor supplier performance and revaluate capabilities.

Quality

Take responsibility for SCM execution of assigned development programs in terms of sourcing, purchasing, hardware delivery, quality and design to cost targets.

Analytics

Modernize the overall use of company analytics and tools for data-driven decision-making.

Strategy

Serve as a key connection point across the operational teams and executive leadership to enable the organization to act quickly and confidently as global supply chains rapidly evolve.

Global Trade

Focus on a unique aspect of SCM: import/export cost mitigation. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, working cross-functionally with groups like Legal, Compliance, SCM and Engineering.

Risk & Resiliency

Analyze the impact of risk events and their effect on the Aptiv global supply chain. Support the cross-functional development of proactive and reactive measures to counteract risks

Who We Look For

Join us and be part of a dynamic team committed to shaping the future of finance. Your journey toward leadership excellence starts here.

Ready to take the first step? Apply now and embark on a transformative career path with Aptiv. Desired Qualifications and Attributes:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and decision-making skills
  • Flexible, adaptable and geographically mobile
  • Able to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks and prioritize to meet deadlines
  • Curious and proactively committed to achieving results
  • Able to lead — campus or other organizational leadership experience is ideal

 

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Testimonials
It’s a remarkable chance for self-discovery and personal growth that ultimately empowers individuals to become more capable and influential leaders. Every twist and turn within supply chain provides a chance to prove yourself.
Vaishali Chauhan ANALYST – INDIRECT PROCUREMENT & SLDP PARTICIPANT, INDIA

It’s an incredible individually-tailored opportunity for professional advancement with exposure to senior executives and international business experience.

Brooke Lakian ANALYST - GLOBAL TRADE COMPLIANCE & SLDP PARTICIPANT, USA
Being a good supply chain leader requires having a holistic understanding of the industry. What better way to create leadership than to provide the opportunity to experience different departments at the beginning of our careers?
Angel Goya Villar ANALYST – INDIRECT PROCUREMENT & SLDP PARTICIPANT, SPAIN

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