Kadem Erdogan
About Kadem Erdogan
Kadem Erdogan serves as the Mexico Productivity Director for the Nao Seating Division at Faurecia. He has extensive experience in various purchasing and commodity management roles within the company, having worked there for over two decades.
Current Role at Nao Seating Division
Kadem Erdogan serves as the Mexico Productivity Director for the Nao Seating Division. He has held this position since 2021 and is responsible for overseeing productivity initiatives within the division in Mexico. His role involves optimizing processes and ensuring efficient operations to meet the division's objectives.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Erdogan has extensive experience at Faurecia, where he worked in various capacities over a span of 17 years. His roles included Commodity & Serial Purchasing Director from 2017 to 2021, Worldwide Chemical Purchasing Manager/Purchasing Support from 2011 to 2015, and several other purchasing and commodity management positions. His tenure at Faurecia included significant responsibilities in purchasing and supply chain management.
Education at Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers
Kadem Erdogan studied at the Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers, an institution known for its focus on higher education in engineering and technology. This educational background has contributed to his expertise in purchasing and productivity management within the automotive industry.
Career Progression in Purchasing Management
Erdogan's career in purchasing management began at Faurecia as a Program Buyer from 2001 to 2003. He progressed through various roles, including Commodity Buyer for Metal and Mechatronics, and later as Covers Strategy Commodity Manager. His career reflects a steady advancement in responsibilities and expertise in the field of purchasing and supply chain management.