Procurement Project Lead
About The Position
Toyota Material Handling North America is seeking a Procurement Project Lead to join its Procurement Team. The role leads new model development activities, cost analytics, budget preparation, and follow-up for new model projects. It also leads strategies for onboarding and developing suppliers in support of the company vision, monitors supply chain performance, and establishes improvement plans to meet project timelines and customer needs. This is an in-person role based in the Columbus, Indiana office, in a hands-on, team-oriented environment. Travel of up to 10% is required, both domestically and internationally.
Requirements
- Three to five years of experience in Commodity Management, or three years leading cross-functional projects.
- Strong proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; computer experience is required.
- Strong communication and leadership skills within a cross-functional team are preferred.
- Experience with analytical tools and managing multiple projects is preferred.
- Knowledge and experience with various direct material commodities is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree focused in Supply Chain, Business Management, or Engineering.
- CPSM, CSCP, or APICS certification.
- Master of Business Administration.
- Experience with AS400 and preferably SAP.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various direct material commodities, analytical tools, and multiple-project management.
Responsibilities
- Lead and monitor multiple projects to increase the productivity and effectiveness of the group.
- Identify project risks and establish action plans to resolve them.
- Use change-management strategies to influence the organization.
- Support Procurement Analysts with supplier meetings, costing reviews, contracts, and other business objectives as needed.
- Serve as a liaison among internal stakeholders, including New Product Development, Supply Chain, Product Planning, Sales, Accounting, Quality, and Business Planning, as well as local and global Toyota Industries support.
- Maintain in-depth, ongoing knowledge of market conditions, industry trends, and developing technologies.
- Lead new model development activities, cost analytics, budget preparation, and project follow-up.
- Lead supplier onboarding and development strategies.
- Monitor supply chain performance and set improvement plans as needed to meet project timelines and customer satisfaction goals.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance based on current location.
- Performance bonus.
- Paid time off and 13 paid holidays.
- Medical plans and no-cost dental and vision options.
- 100% 401(k) match up to 6%.
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
- Tuition assistance program.
- Employee Assistance Program with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance.
- Recognition and Kaizen reward programs.
- Personal and professional development opportunities.
- Onsite fitness center and occupational health clinic.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
