Strategic Costing & Sourcing Lead – Auto Seating

Brandt Holdings Agriculture; West Point (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandt Holdings Agriculture in West Point, GA seeks a Costing Specialist to develop and manage costs across tooling, inventory and raw materials. You will report findings to leadership and work with suppliers and customers for cost reduction and value engineering.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in procurement or engineering, experience with SAP, and strength in Excel/PowerPoint. This full-time on-site role offers growth opportunities and international collaboration as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in Purchase Management.
• 3+ years’ industry experience
• Understanding in shipping and logistics
• Experience in project planning and operations

Responsibilities

• Research and analyzes technology trends of the Seating System for design and development of new auto seat parts
• Engineering order from customer reflection on seat
• Value Analysis /Value Engineering by understanding Assembly Process of Seating System
• Forecast a projected cost and budget report as required by the company.
• Comprehensive report analysis during and end of each projects.
• Implement strategies in minimizing cost to maintain the company’s forecasted budget.
• New product development programs, engage with product management, engineering, and quality of suppliers.
• Maintaining strategic sourcing relationship and developing strong partnerships with suppliers.
• Understanding of manufacturing and affiliate supply processes
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

SAP experience

Decision making

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement/Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brandt Holdings Agriculture in West Point, GA seeks a Costing Specialist to develop and manage costs across tooling, inventory and raw materials. You will report findings to leadership and work with suppliers and customers for cost reduction and value engineering.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in procurement or engineering, experience with SAP, and strength in Excel/PowerPoint. This full-time on-site role offers growth opportunities and international collaboration as needed.