Manager, Localization Coordination & Procurement

Hyundai Motor Company; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle lease allowance

Holiday pay

Healthcare insurance

401(K) match

Life insurance / disability

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Company in Fountain Valley, CA, is seeking a Manager of NA Localization Coordination & Procurement to lead localization initiatives across North America, optimize tariff exposure, and coordinate with global procurement teams. The role focuses on cost savings, supplier development, and cross-functional execution to strengthen Hyundai’s regional competitiveness.

Candidates should have 6+ years in procurement or supply chain, a strong track record in localization, tariffs, and data

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• Six or more years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing operations, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Experience with cost optimization and localization strategies is necessary.
• Proven track record in cost optimization, supplier management, and managing the information/activities of international trade regulations.
• Strong understanding of U.S. tariffs and global trade dynamics.
• Proficiency in cost analysis, supplier development, and project management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Localization Strategy Execution: manage initiatives to localize key components and materials in North America, reducing tariff exposure and improving supply chain agility.
• Localization Projects: Identify and track localization opportunities with localization system teams utilizing data analytics and cross-functional collaboration.
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential local suppliers, negotiate contracts and pricing terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable terms for the organization.
• Engage cross-functional teams in supplier selection, development, and evaluation processes and closely work with regional coordinators & Purchasing teams.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with Hyundai affiliates for manufacturing and R&D to align localization and cost strategies with engineering, quality, and production teams at each manufacturing site.
• Supplier Engagement & Development: Support the evaluation and onboarding of local suppliers, ensuring alignment with Hyundai’s quality, cost, and delivery terms and conditions.
• Tariff & Trade Analysis: Assess impact of tariff and trade changes on localization strategies and recommend mitigation actions.
• Performance Reporting: Support maintaining dashboards and reports to track localization progress, supplier performance metrics.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager to support key team objectives.
• Problem Solving: Partners with leadership to develop resolution of operational and strategic challenges related to localization and supplier performance.

Skills

Cost optimization

Supplier management

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

MBA or equivalent

Tools

Procurement systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

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Date: Jul 8, 2026

Location: Fountain Valley, CA, US, 92708

At Hyundai, we’ve rethought our business and created cars that combine performance, quality, design and innovation into a complete package.

It’s time you rethink what you expect from an employer.

At Hyundai, we understand you're not just building a career – you're building a life. We believe in our people and realize that our success is a direct result of our commitment in offering you great opportunities for your career. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for a chance to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

WORK MODEL

#LI-OnSite

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• The Manager, NA Localization Coordination & Procurement has a pivotal role in Hyundai’s strategic response to U.S. regulatory trade by driving cost reduction initiatives and accelerating the localization of parts across strategic regional operations.
• This position has a primary localization territory of North America and will coordinate with purchasing and cross-functional teams to drive localization performance to meet tariff mitigation objectives. Hyundai’s competitiveness and resilience in a dynamic trade environment.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Localization Strategy Execution: manage initiatives to localize key components and materials in North America, reducing tariff exposure and improving supply chain agility.
• Localization Projects: Identify and track localization opportunities with localization system teams utilizing data analytics and cross-functional collaboration.
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential local suppliers, negotiate contracts and pricing terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable terms for the organization.
• Engage cross-functional teams in supplier selection, development, and evaluation processes and closely work with regional coordinators & Purchasing teams.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with Hyundai affiliates for manufacturing and R&D to align localization and cost strategies with engineering, quality, and production teams at each manufacturing site.
• Supplier Engagement & Development: Support the evaluation and onboarding of local suppliers, ensuring alignment with Hyundai’s quality, cost, and delivery terms and conditions.
• Tariff & Trade Analysis: Assess impact of tariff and trade changes on localization strategies and recommend mitigation actions.
• Performance Reporting: Support maintaining dashboards and reports to track localization progress, supplier performance metrics.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager to support key team objectives.
• Problem Solving: Partners with leadership to develop resolution of operational and strategic challenges related to localization and supplier performance. Escalates high-impact issues to senior leadership as needed.
• Conduct meetings, as needed, with cross-functional team.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree a plus.
• Six or more years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing operations, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Experience with cost optimization and localization strategies is necessary.
• Proven track record in cost optimization, supplier management, and managing the information/activities of international trade regulations.
• Strong understanding of U.S. tariffs and global trade dynamics.
• Proficiency in cost analysis, supplier development, and project management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with procurement systems and data analytics tools.
• Cross-cultural experience is a plus.
• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach.
• Results-oriented and proactive.
• Collaborative and adaptable in a fast‑paced, global environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

• Compensation Range: $91,000 - $130,000 annual base salary
• Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance)
• Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years.
• Vacation and sick time off
• Healthcare insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 401(K) company match
• Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program – eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution
• Basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program
• Health advocate (coordinate care and services, assistance with claim and billing issues, understanding Hyundai benefits)

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

Express your interest by submitting an application. Once your application is received, our recruiting team will review your application to see if you meet the basic and preferred qualifications listed on the job description. For more information on our hiring process please visit ourHow We Hire page.

OTHER DETAILS

• Travel up to 30% of the time domestically and internationally.

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