Sonia De Weduwe
About Sonia De Weduwe
Sonia De Weduwe is a Program Purchasing Leader with over 11 years of experience at Faurecia, where she has successfully managed purchasing for multiple automotive programs. She specializes in supplier negotiation and relationship management, ensuring a smooth transition from program phase to mass production.
Current Role at Faurecia
Sonia De Weduwe serves as the Program Purchasing Leader at Faurecia, a position she has held since 2013. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing purchasing activities for various automotive programs. Her focus includes managing supplier relationships and ensuring that all purchasing decisions align with the technical, quality, and economic targets of the organization. She has successfully managed purchasing for four significant programs involving major automotive manufacturers such as Renault, Toyota, and Nissan.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Prior to her current role, Sonia De Weduwe worked at Faurecia as a Development Coordinator in the Engineering department from 2004 to 2012. During her eight years in this position, she gained valuable experience in managing supplier relationships and facilitating the transition from program phase to mass production. This role provided her with insights into the engineering aspects of automotive production and the importance of effective supplier management.
Education and Expertise
Sonia De Weduwe studied at the National Institute of Applied Sciences in Rouen, France, where she specialized in Mechanical Engineering. She completed her studies in 1999, earning a degree in Design and Optimization. This educational background laid the foundation for her expertise in negotiating and selecting suppliers, as well as transferring purchasing data to production plants to support mass production start-up.
Supplier Management Skills
Sonia De Weduwe has extensive experience in managing supplier relationships, which is crucial for ensuring a smooth transition from the program phase to mass production. Her skills include negotiating contracts and selecting suppliers that meet the technical and quality requirements of automotive manufacturing. She plays a key role in aligning purchasing strategies with production needs, thereby facilitating efficient operations within the automotive sector.