JTEKT Automotive Mexico · 16 hours ago
Senior Purchasing Project Manager
Plymouth, MI 48170, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelJTEKT Automotive Mexico is a global leader in advanced automotive systems and manufacturing technologies. They are seeking a Senior Purchasing Project Manager to lead sourcing and procurement activities for new programs, ensuring adherence to project timelines while balancing quality, cost, and delivery.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Drive on time sourcing of JTEKT parts in support of internal and external milestones
Drive competitive sourcing at internal cost targets and drive roadmap actions
Participate in program kick off meetings, design reviews, and cross functional sourcing councils to align sourcing deliverables and timelines
Drive escalation if necessary
Lead special requests (localization studies, mitigation plans, VAVE projects, cost improvement ideas, etc) as needed from a Purchasing perspective
Build strong cross functional relationships within JTEKT with Finance, Cost Planning, Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing
Management of Bills of Materials on sourced components and ensuring accurate data and cost targets are being achieved
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Accounting, or Engineering
Experience in one or a multitude of functions such as sales, purchasing, engineering program management, manufacturing a plus
Quantitative, analytical, data-driven decision maker Detail oriented and highly organized
APQP experience/understanding
Desire to create, own, and manage critical projects
Clear, concise communicator with the ability to be direct while building and maintaining productive relationships
Ability to multitask, prioritize efforts, and effectively communicate progress and strategic roadmaps
Advanced Excel and data analytics
20% occasional travel to JTEKT facilities in Greenville, SC, Plymouth, MI, Mexico and potentially other facilities will be required
Preferred
Oracle experience a plus
Continuous improvement approach
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits
Opportunities to develop new skills
Company
JTEKT Automotive Mexico
Empresa Japonesa del sector Automotríz establecida en San Luis Potosí en el 2014.
Founded in 2006
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase