Specialist - Development - Bilingual in Korean/English

Hyundai Mobis; Fairview (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai Mobis is seeking a Development Specialist to coordinate parts development and implementation within a cross-functional team. The role requires fluent Korean and English, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

You will manage detailed project plans, monitor milestones, and liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure on-time production launches. Travel and overtime may be required in this automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Korean and English, both written and spoken.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication and analytical abilities.
• Experience in purchasing or supply chain is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate parts development and implementation.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Monitor milestones including tooling readiness, ISIR approvals, validation builds, and launches.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure on-time execution.
• Report status to management and maintain supplier relationships.
• Translate technical files between Korean and English when needed.

Skills

Korean-English bilingual

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Business or Supply Chain

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Engineering/SCM

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Role Overview

The Development Specialist is responsible for coordinating and implementing parts development.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (To performwithinthispositionsuccessfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may beassigned.)

• Coordinate parts development and implementation
• Develop detailed project plans, tactical execution, schedules, and cost estimates for assigned projects
• Monitor project milestones including tooling readiness, ISIR approval, validation builds, and production launch activities
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure on-time project execution
• Provide Management overview and report on critical project tasks
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, as well as internal and external customers including Sales Managers, to ensure on-time results
• Communicate regularly with upper management including Headquarters regarding status of current projects
• Conduct Value Engineering analysis for possible cost savings by evaluating production methods and materials
• Review and approve suppliers’ Initial Sample Inspection Report (ISIR), Project Management System (PMS) and audit new program suppliers (MQRS)
• Audit and evaluate suppliers via yearly MQRS (Mobis Quality Rating System) audits
• Make suggestions for Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) for cost reduction, quality improvement, and lean production
• Perform part characteristic analysis and risk analysis, and create Procurement policies
• Research and secure potential suppliers
• Communicate with HQ and translate files/information from Korean to English, English to Korean when needed
• Communicate with suppliers and translate files/information from Korean to English, English to Korean when needed
• Comply with and promote safety in the workplace
• Prompt, regular, predictable attendance
• Physical presence at work during all scheduled work hours
• Overtime and weekend work as required
• All other job duties as assigned

Qualifications

AUTHORITY & SCOPE

This role operates within defined corporate policies and procedures and exercises judgment appropriate to its level of responsibility. The position may influence decisions related to functional operations, processes, or recommendations and elevate matters as required

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Required Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to speak and write fluently in both Korean and English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and technical skills

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field plus 5 or more years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain ManagementORBachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field plus 2 or more years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management
• Experience in automotive manufacturing environment
• Experience in reviewing commercial legal documentation (LOIs, RFQs, etc.)
• Ability to understand 2D/3D drawings and knowledge of design tools
• SAP experience

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: None

Working Conditions:

• Overtime as needed
• Frequent travel with possible overnight or extended stays
• Working in all Development work groups if needed