Procurement Specialist - PE

MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing for electric vehicle components. This role involves sourcing potential suppliers, performing cost analyses, and ensuring compliance with safety standards in a dynamic office environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management and experience in the automotive sector. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation in electric powertrain technology and make a significant impact on the future of transportation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in procurement, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of parts.
• Analyze costs and create detailed price breakdowns for products.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

ERP system (SAP)

Job description

Summary

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing potential suppliers, deciding on new item suppliers, negotiating parts prices, and coordinating parts suppliers for EV. Role: Part management for EV sub-parts (Al Die-casting / Stamping / Injection / Welding):

• Supplier selection
• Sub-parts cost management
• Sub-part supply and demand operation management

About MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC

MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC (MNAe) is a Tier 1 supplier of BSA and PE systems, which are key parts to produce electric vehicles, based on state-of-the-art manufacturing technology related to battery system assembly.

Essential Functions (To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

Responsibilities:

• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, as well as internal and external customers including Sales Managers, to ensure on-time results
• Review legal documentation such as Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), terms and conditions, and develop documentation according to MOBIS policy
• Review supplier requirements, release quotations, and perform quotation analysis
• Perform part characteristic analysis and risk analysis, and create Procurement policies
• Research and secure potential suppliers
• Perform cost analysis for parts, tooling, and other supplier expenses; negotiate prices with suppliers
• Create detailed price breakdown for each product by analyzing the piece price and breaking the price down into its categories (e.g. material, labor and burden, etc.)
• Negotiate supply agreements and cost models with key suppliers, ensuring pricing and lead time information is updated
• Comply with and promote safety in the workplace
• All other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No

Basic Qualifications (The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and preferred for this position.)

Required Education & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS)
• Degree Field: Engineering/Supply Chain Management Degree
• 2+ years of experience in procurement role, experience within E-powertrain manufacturing/automotive industry preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Communication skills: Intermediate
• Strong analytical and technical skills
• Requires understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and proficiency in drawing interpretation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Experience in automotive manufacturing environment
• Experience in Forging, Stamping, Injection, Welding, Assembly process.
• Ability to understand 2D/3D drawings and knowledge of design tools
• Experience in using ERP system (SAP).

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

None Required

Working Conditions:

• Office setting, some walking within and between buildings
• Overtime as needed
• Frequent travel with possible overnight or extended stays
• Working in all Development work groups if needed