New Model Business Project Leader

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.•Haw River, NC

About The Position

Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.” We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team. If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future! Job Purpose The New Model Business Project Leader manages all of the New Model Development Purchasing activities for All Terrain Vehicles/Power Equipment/Lawn & Garden products produced at North Carolina Manufacturing . Achieving quality, cost, and delivery (SQCDM) targets.

Requirements

Bachelors degree or equivalent in related field.
Should have 3 years project leadership experience.
Understanding of B-side New Model Roles and Responsibilities.
Understanding of SEDB (Sales, Manufacturing, R&D, Purchasing) functions.
Understanding of New Model development characteristics (timelines, schedules, etc.)
Excellent multi-tasking, prioritizing, and decision-making skills.
Ability to positively influence & motivate team members.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, and Power Point).

Nice To Haves

Experience in Power Sports Product manufacturing, quality and / or purchasing functions desired.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute maker layout setting, tooling, part delivery, BOM creation, New Model Readiness nd cost evaluations for assigned new model projects.
Ensure clear, concise New Model objectives/targets for Power Sports Products Manufacturing division (NCM) as well as Power Sports Products Purchasing division in support of the HM/AH objectives. (SQDCM)
Manage purchasing overall project schedule including coordinating tasks to meet deadlines, leading project meetings, preparing proposals and presentations for project evaluations.
Communicate the purchasing direction and project results to management, executives and SEDB team members including counterparts in Japan.
Lead Purchasing related new model project problem solving and countermeasure activity while balancing development QCD. Apply situational leadership principles to navigate diverse viewpoints, unique technical challenges, and business constraints.
Coordinate with development, manufacturing, sales and purchasing divisions new model project teams’ to guarantee readiness for major milestones such as project evaluations, build events and initial mass production launch.
Monitor project risks and elevate concerns to project stakeholders.
Maintain accurate project development documentation and records as required by department, division, and Company guidelines.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
Paid Overtime
Regional Bonus (when applicable)
Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Advancement Opportunities
Career Mobility
Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
Training and Development programs
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
Lifestyle Account
Childcare Reimbursement Account
Elder Care Support
Wellbeing Program
Community Service and Engagement Programs
Product Programs