Interior Procurement Program Manager

Kia Georgia, Inc.; West Point (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Disability Support

Education & Development

Wellness Resources

Discounts & Perks

Job summary

An automotive manufacturing company located in Georgia is seeking a Procurement Specialist to coordinate purchasing and parts development activities. The ideal candidate will support the Section Manager and ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies. Candidates should have significant experience in supply chain management, leadership experience, and familiarity with the automotive industry. Skills in negotiation and proficiency in MS Office and SAP are essential for this role. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in the supply chain field in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• OEM or parts components supplier experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing and parts development activities.
• Select and oversee supply base for production parts.
• Negotiate agreements and maintain competitive pricing.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Supply chain management

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

To coordinate purchasing and parts development related activities between KIA GEORGIA and the supply base, while supporting the Section Manager in the areas of: Planning, Directing, and Control of activities for the assigned buyers relating to the procurement of parts or systems used to manufacture the vehicle. Assist the Procurement Manager in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure an efficient and professional operation that is consistent with corporate requirements.

General Summary

To coordinate purchasing and parts development related activities between KIA GEORGIA and the supply base, while supporting the Section Manager in the areas of: Planning, Directing, and Control of activities for the assigned buyers relating to the procurement of parts or systems used to manufacture the vehicle. Assist the Procurement Manager in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure an efficient and professional operation that is consistent with corporate requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Select, develop, and oversee supply base for production parts, components and systems.
• Oversee and prepare RFQ's for multi-year production quantities (as required).
• Develop and oversee Supply Base for parts, components, and systems.
• Negotiate short and long term agreements.
• Negotiate and maintain competitive pricing.
• Lead cost reduction activities for supply base.
• Monitor supplier quality and delivery performance.
• Formulate and implement yearly commodity and supply base strategy.
• Provide guidance in negotiations and to actively participate, when necessary, to assure that the company’s best interests are achieved.
• Work closely with suppliers to optimize supplier processes.
• Maintain knowledge of all market conditions that may impact the company and advise the Management of trends and the potential impact on the company.
• Support the implementation of best practices related to purchasing activities.
• Evaluate engineering and quality in part designs with suppliers to obtain best possible parts.
• Plan, organize, track and disseminate information related to production suppliers.
• Participate in purchasing related internal meetings, including making presentations to all levels of management.
• Maintain up to date supply base information.
• Take charge of Value Advanced Automotive Trade Zone (VAATZ) database interaction.

The above typical duties are characteristic of this job and demonstrate a level of difficulty and are not intended to list or limit the duties that may be required or assigned to a team member in this classification.

Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or related field along with five (5) to eight (8) years of progressive experience in the supply chain field in a manufacturing environment preferably within the automotive industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• OEM or parts components supplier experience preferred.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in both exercising company decisions and carrying out essential job duties that affect efficient business operations and its objectives, policies, practices, and conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge Required

• Experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with SAP system preferred.
• Knowledge of supply chain and accounting processes and practices.

No Sponsorships Available

Benefits

• Health Insurance Coverage (Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans)
• Retirement Savings (Company match)
• Paid Time Off (Generous paid time off and holidays averaging 15 days annually)
• Disability Support (short and long term disability plans)
• Education & Development (basic skills training, tuition reimbursement, and career opportunity systems)
• Wellness Resources (occupational health center and onsite gym)
• Discounts & Perks (group auto and home insurance, team wear, and a special Kia vehicle purchase program)