Peter M Semmer
About Peter M Semmer
Peter M Semmer is an experienced Acquisition & Program Buyer at Faurecia, where he has worked since 2008. He has held various roles in the automotive industry, focusing on emissions control technologies and supplier management.
Work at Faurecia
Peter M Semmer has been employed at Faurecia since 2008, serving as an Acquisition & Program Buyer for 16 years in Columbus, Indiana. In this role, he is responsible for managing supplier performance and ensuring quality during the program phase, in accordance with the Program Management System framework. He is involved in the conception phase of client offers and participates in the program team from the Pre-Requisition For Quotation Approval phase. His responsibilities include ensuring early involvement of plant buyers in programs prior to the series phase to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Automotive Industry
Prior to his current role at Faurecia, Peter M Semmer held several positions in the automotive industry. He worked at Aisin U.S.A. Mfg., Inc. as a Purchasing Agent from 2004 to 2008, where he contributed to procurement processes. Before that, he was a Warehouse & Logistics Manager at Harman/Becker Automotive Systems for one year in 2001-2002. His career began at Guardian Industries, where he worked as a Production Control / Materials Manager for six years from 1995 to 2001. Throughout these roles, he contributed to the emissions control technologies business, working on both light vehicle and commercial vehicle system programs.
Education and Expertise
Peter M Semmer studied at Purdue University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management and Supervision from 1985 to 1990. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in supply chain management and program purchasing within the automotive sector. His academic training complements his extensive professional experience, particularly in managing supplier relationships and ensuring quality standards in program phases.
Background in Emissions Control Technologies
Throughout his career, Peter M Semmer has played a significant role in the emissions control technologies sector. He was instrumental in the transition from Emcon Technologies to Faurecia, focusing on emissions control technologies. His work has encompassed both light vehicle and commercial vehicle system programs, contributing to advancements in emissions management within the automotive industry.