Mehdi Benhadid
About Mehdi Benhadid
Mehdi Benhadid is a Project Buyer at Faurecia Automotive Seating in Magny-Vernois, France, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a Master's degree in International Purchasing from the University of Strasbourg and has extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management.
Work at Faurecia
Mehdi Benhadid serves as a Project Buyer at Faurecia Automotive Seating, a position he has held since 2018. His responsibilities include conducting monthly spend analysis and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to savings, quality, delivery, and process improvement. He manages a diverse purchasing scope that encompasses molds, foaming tools, polyurethane foaming lines, assembly lines, automated storage lines, leather and textile cutting machines, sewing machines, and robots. His role involves collaborating with research and development as well as manufacturing engineering teams to address technical requests.
Education and Expertise
Mehdi Benhadid has a strong educational background in law, economics, and management. He earned a Master's degree in International Purchasing: Global Sourcing from the University of Strasbourg, completing his studies from 2018 to 2019. Prior to this, he obtained a Master's degree (Master 1) in Law, Economics, and Management from the same university in 2017. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Law, Economics, and Management: Social and Economic Administration from Université Rennes 2, as well as a Bachelor's degree from the Faculty of Economics, Trade and Management Sciences of Oran.
Background
Before joining Faurecia, Mehdi Benhadid worked as a Procurement Manager at Ansaldo Energia from 2009 to 2015 in Algeria. This experience contributed to his expertise in procurement and purchasing strategies. His background in both law and economics provides a solid foundation for his current role, where he applies analytical skills to enhance purchasing performance.
Achievements
In his current role at Faurecia, Mehdi Benhadid has been involved in panel management aimed at improving purchasing strategies and performance. He has contributed to the development of decision-making tools for purchasing and stakeholders. His work includes conducting economic and technical analyses of supplier offers, which encompasses cost breakdowns, audits, feasibility studies, and financial ratings. These contributions support the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the purchasing process.