Purchasing & Parts Development Manager - Powertrain & Engines

ProSight Talent, LLC; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

15 paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

ProSight Talent is partnering with a leading automotive manufacturer in Savannah, GA to recruit a Purchasing & Parts Development Manager – Powertrain. Lead sourcing and supplier development for engine and transmission parts, guiding from development through launch and mass production.

You will manage a team of buyers and collaborate with Engineering, Quality and Production to meet quality, cost and delivery targets, steering APQP/PPAP activities across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and spoken English for communication, documentation, and collaboration.
• Fluency in English and Korean or Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and program milestones for powertrain commodities.
• Lead RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs for multi-year production programs and manage negotiations.
• Negotiate pricing, tooling costs, and long-term agreements; drive cost reduction.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, processes, capacity, and cost drivers with should-cost analysis.
• Manage supplier development from sourcing through production meeting specs and timing.
• Drive APQP and ISIR/PPAP activities to resolve quality, cost, and delivery issues.
• Establish corrective actions and prevent supply disruptions.
• Build supplier relationships and maintain supply base information.
• Hire, coach, train, and develop buyers including Assistant Managers and Specialists.

Skills

English communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering / Business / Supply Chain)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Purchasing & Parts Development Manager – Powertrain

Engine & Transmission | Savannah Area, Georgia

ProSight Talent is partnering with one of the world’s leading automotive manufacturers on a purchasing leadership opportunity at a new, technologically advanced manufacturing facility in Coastal Georgia.

This is an opportunity to help shape the supply base behind next-generation vehicles in an environment built around advanced automation, connected production systems, and manufacturing innovation. With significant investment in U.S. operations, the organization offers the scale of a global automotive leader and the opportunity to make a direct impact as its manufacturing capabilities grow.

The Opportunity

As Purchasing & Parts Development Manager, you will lead sourcing and supplier development for engine and transmission commodities, guiding parts from initial development through launch and mass production. You will manage and develop a team of buyers while partnering with Engineering, Quality, and Production to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Own sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and program milestones for assigned powertrain commodities.
• Lead RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs for multi-year production programs, including bid evaluation, supplier negotiations, and contract administration.
• Negotiate competitive piece pricing, tooling costs, and long-term agreements; lead ongoing cost reduction initiatives.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, capacity, and cost competitiveness using should-cost analysis.
• Manage supplier development from initial sourcing through production, ensuring parts meet specifications and timing requirements.
• Drive supplier launch readiness through APQP and ISIR/PPAP activities, resolving quality, cost, and delivery issues with cross-functional teams.
• Establish corrective actions for supplier performance issues and help prevent supply disruptions.
• Build productive supplier relationships and maintain accurate supply base information.
• Hire, coach, train, and develop buyers, including Assistant Managers and Specialists.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and spoken English for communication, documentation, and collaboration.

Preferred Experience

• Seven or more years of relevant experience.
• Automotive purchasing, supplier development or engineering, APQP, PPAP, launch, or program management experience.
• Engine and transmission commodity experience.
• Experience with an automotive OEM or major component supplier.
• Ability to analyze and break down piece pricing, tooling costs, and manufacturing cost drivers.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as casting, machining, stamping, welding, molding, assembly, and surface treatments.
• Fluency in English and Korean or Spanish.
• Comfort working across cultures, adapting to change, and learning new processes.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a global automotive leader investing in advanced U.S. manufacturing.
• Help develop suppliers and launch programs at a new manufacturing facility.
• Lead a purchasing team with direct influence on cost, quality, and production readiness.
• Work closely with global engineering and manufacturing partners.
• Access competitive compensation, medical, dental, and vision coverage, 15 paid holidays, paid time off, and a competitive 401(k) plan.
• Build your career in the Savannah area, with access to Coastal Georgia’s communities and amenities.

Additional Details

This is a salaried, exempt position. Domestic and international travel is required, along with flexibility to support weekends, holidays, and off shifts as business needs demand. Work includes office responsibilities and time in production areas, where applicable safety procedures and PPE requirements apply.