Scout Motors Inc. · 14 hours ago
Direct Procurement Specialist, Metal & Chassis
Novi, Michigan, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
2+ years expScout Motors is carrying forward the heritage of an iconic American vehicle brand, focusing on innovation and respect for communities. The Direct Procurement Specialist will lead sourcing strategies for metal commodities, manage supplier relationships, and ensure project requirements are met during the pre-production phase.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Services, including participating in pre-souring audits to confirm acceptability of new suppliers
Lead the sourcing strategy presentation in the multi-level sourcing committee environment
Develop sourcing strategy within the Metals team for assigned commodities and lead the sourcing process through supplier selection to achieve company piece price and tooling targets
Prepare and execute negotiated contractual documents and nomination agreements
Act as program manager during the pre-production phase, ensuring that all industrialization at suppliers achieve the project requirements in terms of timing, cost, and quality
Evaluate and apply technical changes to parts / services, ensuring that cost, quality and delivery objectives are met
Lead cross-functional evaluation of suppliers’ preparedness for mass-production, together with Scout Quality, Engineering, and Logistics teams
Manage supplier relationships and performance through key performance metrics
Qualification
Required
2- 4 years in purchasing environment with experience developing and executing procurement commodity strategies
Effective negotiation experience specific to automotive OEM or Tier 1 Direct Purchasing
Metal commodity knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Ladder Frame, Body-In-White Stampings, Welded Sub-Assys, Exhaust, Brakes, Suspension, EDUs, Steering, Castings, Forgings, Stabilizers, Wishbones, Wheels, Hinges, Steel Coils, Aluminum Coils, Fasteners and Accessories
Analytical skills, ability to work independently, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
Thorough knowledge of automotive, manufacturing or related industries
A reputation for developing and nurturing excellent stakeholder and partner supplier relationships
Experience managing supplier performance
Program management experience
Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization
Proactivity, initiative and the ability to work across multiple workstreams
A passion for creating something new
Ability to find creative solutions to complex problems
A collaborative approach - working as a team to achieve ambitious goals
Minimum of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors, Inc
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
401(k) program with: An employer match and immediate vesting
20 days planned PTO, as accrued
40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
Company
Scout Motors Inc.
Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.
1001-5000 employees
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