Procurement Specialist - Procurement / Development

Summary

Essential Functions (To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

• Coordinate parts development and implementation
• Develop detailed project plans, tactical execution, schedules, and cost estimates for assigned projects
• Provide Management overview and report on critical project tasks
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, as well as internal and external customers including Sales Managers, to ensure on-time results
• Communicate regularly with upper management including Headquarters regarding status of current projects
• Conduct Value Engineering analysis for possible cost savings by evaluating production methods and materials
• Review and approve suppliers’ Initial Sample Inspection Report (ISIR) and audit new program suppliers
• Make suggestions for Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) for cost reduction, quality improvement, and lean production
• Review Process Sign-Off (PSO) and Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) for assigned projects
• Review legal documentation such as Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), terms and conditions, and develop documentation according to Mobis policy
• Perform part characteristic analysis and risk analysis, and create Procurement policies
• Review supplier requirements, release quotations, and perform quotation analysis
• Research and secure potential suppliers
• Perform cost analysis for parts, tooling, and other supplier expenses; negotiate prices with suppliers
• Create detailed price breakdown for each product by analyzing the piece price and breaking the price down into its categories (e.g. material, labor and burden, etc.)
• Comply with and promote safety in the workplace

Basic Qualifications (The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities desired for this position.)

Education & Experience:

• Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field plus 3 years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management
• OR
  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and technical skills

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Experience in automotive manufacturing environment
• Experience in reviewing commercial legal documentation (LOIs, RFQs, etc.)
• Ability to understand 2D/3D drawings and knowledge of design tools
• SAP experience

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: None

Working Conditions:

• Office setting, some walking within and between buildings
• Overtime as needed
• Frequent travel with possible overnight or extended stays
• Working in all Procurement work groups if needed