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Honda Racing Corporation USA•Santa Clarita, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to plan production requirements, provide forecasts to key suppliers, source parts and services, and purchase parts and materials (both internally, within HRC shops, and externally via outside suppliers) to support production, development, and race component requirements. This position is a key role that manages the supply chain core functions from planning analysis, part review, supplier bids/negotiations, delivery, and quality assurance support that results in best value to meet critical assembly, development testing, and race team activities.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing and procurement experience, preferably in a machine shop environment.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including CNC machining, welding, castings, composites, and complex machined components.
Experience with supplier sourcing, qualification, audits, performance management, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Knowledge of QAV supplier selection, QCDD principles, PPAP, quality assurance methods, MRP systems, and purchasing best practices.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
Strong negotiation, analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of raw materials, coatings, plating, logistics, customs regulations, and international purchasing practices, including INCOTERMS.
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and purchasing/ERP systems such as Navision or similar platforms.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and all levels of the organization.
Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, conflict resolution, and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and drive results.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze production requirements and release purchase orders based on certified Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Develop supplier forecasts and manage long-lead material requirements.
Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and economic order quantities (EOQ).
Maintain accurate purchase orders, supplier records, item master data, pricing, lead times, and revision levels.
Manage inventory levels to support production while minimizing excess inventory.
Coordinate engineering change levels and part supersession activities.
Monitor supplier performance for on-time delivery, quality, and cost.
Lead supplier meetings to review demand, delivery status, and corrective actions.
Work closely with suppliers, engineering, and quality teams to resolve delivery and quality concerns.
Evaluate supplier capabilities, capacity, manufacturing processes, and risk mitigation plans.
Support international procurement activities, including HTS classifications, INCOTERMS, and customs compliance.
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
Drive resolution of component delivery, quality, and capacity issues.
Provide timely status updates and communicate risks to stakeholders.
Support procurement team activities during peak workload periods.
Maintain purchasing documentation and records.
Complete Material Review Board (MRB) actions in a timely manner.
Attend required meetings and training sessions.
Prepare reports and presentations for management as needed.