Project Sourcing Manager – Body Components

International Motors, LLC • Lisle, IL

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About The Position

We are currently seeking a Project Sourcing Manager – Body Components to join our Procurement Organization.
The Project Sourcing Manager-Body Components will work cross functionally within International interfacing with engineering, program management, quality, manufacturing, risk management, finance, aftersales, and supply chain.
As Project Sourcing Manager-Body Components you will be responsible for sourcing all new programs according to the category sourcing strategy, driving cost reductions, supply base management and negotiating agreements.
The key activities include leading strategic sourcing activities, supplier contract negotiations, executing commercial agreements, identifying cost reduction opportunities, and overall supplier performance management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
• OR
• Master's degree and at least 1 year of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
• OR
• At least 5 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Nice To Haves

• Procurement background in the automotive or commercial vehicle industries or manufacturing preferred
• Experience developing category strategies, discovering competitive options and leading negotiations
• Excellent time management skills – can organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet specific deadlines
• Ability to read, understand, and execute commercial agreements and contracts
• Ability to understand technical concepts
• Skilled at developing executive level presentations
• Strong analytical skills
• Results driven

Responsibilities

• Accountable for sourcing all new programs (sending out RFP's /RFI's) and interface with Engineering and Supplier Quality
• Based upon CMT recommendations, send RFP packages out to potential suppliers
• Follow up with suppliers, negotiate costs to achieve best overall total cost of ownership, when data received pull together TCO and share comparison in CMT's
• Engaged with Scania/MAN for alignment on common Traton Group business strategy for T2 components
• Support VA/VE efforts to generate cost reductions
• Enabler to successfully implement Dual Sourcing while also developing new sources to support body components
• Through new program sourcing, develop and execute category strategies to align with International’s business objectives and Traton Group business strategy for improved cost, quality, or delivery opportunities
• Research industry trends, global markets, benchmark data, and understand underlying cost drivers
• Execute legal agreements such as Comprehensive Supply Agreements and Development Agreements

Benefits

• This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing.
• You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits.
• The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level