Procurement Specialist

Honda Dev. and Mfg. of Am.,LLC•Troy, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cost Specialist position is a primary contact with the HDMA supplier network to ensure parts are purchased at the best possible cost. This role is responsible for the following job functions and works with the less complex low impact suppliers such as nuts, bolts, clips, fasteners, etc: Service Part Cost Negotiation (cost avoidance and cost reduction) Supplier visits, contract review, and projects as assigned Tooling & Die Maintenance Cost (tools repair reviews/approvals, new tool purchases)

Requirements

BA/BS Degree (Business or Engineering preferred) or equivalent
1+ years of supply chain experience that ensures a solid understanding of supply base, supplier production environments, supplier costing methods and design changes/engineering standards
Negotiation skills
Financial acumen
Prioritization and time management skills
Communication skills
Collaboration within HDMA departments to accomplish department

Nice To Haves

Automotive background preferred but not required
Technical skills (e.g. drawing interpretation / reading) are helpful but not essential
Knowledge of the automotive industry a plus

Responsibilities

Negotiate service parts pricing agreements with suppliers
Manage supplier issues and cost changes on all parts. This includes negotiating costs, finding economical, viable solutions together with suppliers, finding alternative suppliers, etc.
Supplier visits, projects, and Critical Back Order (CBO) support
Ensure new model parts have a firm price while targeting SP=MP metrics
Ensure correct payment to suppliers/ reconcile accounts through Invoice Balancing system