Parts Development Buyer Specialist - Interior System

Hyundai Motor Company; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Medical / Vision / Dental insurance

15 paid holidays

Paid time off

Competitive 401(k) plan

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Company is hiring a Parts Development Buyer Specialist at their Georgia facility. The role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating prices, and ensuring high standards of quality during the development phase.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and ideally over two years of experience in the automotive industry, particularly in purchasing and supplier development. Benefits include competitive medical and dental insurance, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Minimum 2 years of related job experience; experience in Body and Chassis fields strongly preferred.
• Experience from Automotive industry in Purchasing, APQP, PPAP, Supplier Development/Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Understand program sourcing and key milestones in support of launch.
• Develop purchasing strategies with Engineering, Quality, Production, and other relevant teams.
• Negotiate long-term agreements and maintain best-in-class pricing.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suites

Bilingual (English, Korean, Spanish)

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance or Accounting

Job description

Parts Development Buyer Specialist - Interior System

Location: Ellabell, GA, US

What you will do

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand program sourcing and key milestones in support of launch.
• Identify potential suppliers, analyze capabilities, determine price, and select suppliers with Engineering and/or other relevant teams.
• Select, develop, and manage the supply base of assigned commodities by:
• Preparing and owning RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs for multi-year full production volume.
• Preparing bid packages, performing bidder conferences, analyzing and evaluating proposals, negotiating with suppliers, recommending suppliers, and administering resulting contracts.
• Negotiating long-term agreements and maintaining best-in-class pricing.
• Develop all assigned commodities with sourced supplier meeting all required specifications and timing.
• Evaluate and provide guidance on the final selection of suppliers. Assess supplier core competencies and cost competitiveness using HKMC and industry “should-cost” models.
• Direct, manage, and guide suppliers from “cradle to grave” through HMG’s established Parts Development process and activities.
• Develop and achieve target quality level at each milestone from development phase leading to mass production and establish improvement plans/countermeasures for problematic parts/suppliers or any relevant issues that impact Quality and Delivery.
• Drive flawless launches at assigned supplier sites, collaborating with cross‑functional teams through adherence to ISIR (PPAP), proactively detecting and promptly responding to any significant issues related to delivery, cost, and quality.
• Hold effective working level meetings with suppliers/partners for fast issue closure and relationship development.
• Continuously negotiate with suppliers for the best-in-class piece price and tooling cost to achieve target vehicle cost.
• Develop purchasing strategies with Engineering, Quality, Production, and other relevant teams.

Other Responsibilities

• Monitor and support preventing disruptions in supply chain to avoid impact to HMGMA.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering (R&D), Quality, and Production Planners.
• Plan, organize and disseminate information related to production/potential suppliers.
• Maintain up-to-date supply base information database.
• Meet all other requirements as assigned.

How You Will Make an Impact

About HMGMA

HMGMA is the abbreviation of Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. It is Hyundai Motor Group's first dedicated EV mass‑production plant and is an innovative plant with cutting‑edge production technology applied.

What You Will Bring to the Role

Qualifications & Preferences

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance or Accounting or related field from accredited university.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites, especially Excel and PowerPoint, required.
• Preferred: Minimum 2 years of related job experience; experience in Body and Chassis fields strongly preferred.
• Experience from Automotive industry in Purchasing, APQP, PPAP, Supplier Development/Engineering, Launch, Program Management, or related fields strongly preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing process including, but not limited to, injection molding, press, stamping, die casting, welding, assembly, paint, chroming and other surface treatments, foaming, SMC, extrusion, SMT, various raw materials, and more.
• Experience from OEM or major commodity suppliers strongly preferred.
• Experience in understanding, analyzing, and breaking down piece price.
• Bilingual preferred – Ability to read, write, and speak any two combinations of English, Korean, and/or Spanish fluently.
• Multicultural – Openness to embrace and work with different sets of cultural values.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.
• Flexibility in working hours to include weekends, holidays, and off shifts.

Travel Requirement

Domestic / International travel required.

What Hyundai Can Offer You

HMGMA offers opportunities for growth, work flexibility, competitive pay, and benefits.

HMGMA benefits include competitive Medical / Vision / Dental insurance, 15 paid holidays, paid time off, and competitive 401(k) plan.

Other Details

Language Proficiency

Strong command of the English language (written and spoken) is essential for safety, communication, documentation, and collaboration across the organization.

Physical Demands

While in Office: This position is primarily sedentary and requires working at a desk and computer for extended periods. Responsibilities may include occasional lifting of office supplies (up to 15 pounds), frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and handling documents, and ability to sit, stand and walk within the office environment as needed.

When in Production Area (if applicable): Standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended durations; repeated lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling of materials and products (up to 25–30 pounds), manual dexterity for handling power tools, machinery, or production equipment; working in environments that may be noisy, hot, or require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE); ability to climb ladders or stairs and operate equipment safely and effectively; capability to learn and work on multiple production processes, as required; adequate visual and auditory abilities to identify safety hazards and communicate clearly; consistent and punctual attendance; ability to collaborate and perform effectively in a team‑oriented environment.

HMGMA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristics.