Jobs in Livonia

A global automotive parts manufacturing company currently seeking a Japanese / English Bilingual Administrative Assistant employee to support their facility in the Livonia, Michigan area. The ideal candidate has at least business-level language ability in both Japanese and English and demonstrated work experience in administration and translation. This is a full-time, direct hire position.

Japanese/ English Administrative Assistant Responsibilities Include:

• Provide clerical and administrative functions to the office- data entry, answering / transferring phone calls, scheduling, etc.
• Additional support for the accounting department including assistance with accounts payable and receivable, purchasing support, maintaining spreadsheets, etc.
• Greet visitors at the front desk and handle guest access and check-ins
• Maintain documentation of financial records, employee information and training, and other general office affairs
• Adherence to company compliance policies, guidelines, and procedures
• Maintain supply of office equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Japanese / English Administrative Assistant Qualifications Include:

• Minimum Associate’s degree in an Accounting or Business-related field preferred, OR equivalent work experience
• Japanese language skill is required (JLPT N2 or higher)
• 2-3 years’ work experience as an Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, or Receptionist, preferably in a logistics or industrial environment
• Knowledge of general accounting functions such as accounts payable / receivable, expense tracking, budget preparation, etc.
• Good computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Excel (with experience creating spreadsheets, pivot tables, using VLOOKUP, etc.)
• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills in a multicultural environment
• Organizational and time management skills
• While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

Capital Planning Manager

Location: Livonia, Michigan

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Capital Planning Manager to lead high-profile facility and construction projects across our organization. This role offers the opportunity to shape our workspaces, drive operational efficiency, and lead a talented team from project inception to completion. You will collaborate with executives, operations, IT, and external partners to deliver projects on time, on budget, and at the highest quality standards.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a proven leader who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments and enjoys seeing projects come to life—from blueprint to occupancy.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Lead and Inspire: Manage and mentor project coordinators and architectural staff, creating a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Drive Impact: Direct the planning, budgeting, and execution of capital projects that enhance workplace environments and operational efficiency.
• Be at the Center of Innovation: Partner with cross-functional teams including Operations, IT, and Purchasing to implement forward-thinking space planning and construction solutions.
• Shape Your Career: Opportunity to influence corporate strategy and build expertise across capital planning, architecture, and project management.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field
• 8+ years of progressive experience in capital planning, construction, or project management, including supervisory experience
• Expertise in interior building specifications, finishes, and system furniture
• Experience with AutoCAD and familiarity with PeopleSoft
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to influence stakeholders at all levels

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of capital projects—from scope definition to final delivery
• Develop and manage comprehensive budgets, schedules, and resource plans
• Prepare detailed project proposals, risk assessments, and executive reports
• Ensure seamless integration of IT infrastructure and operational systems during project rollouts
• Mentor and guide team members to achieve high performance and career growth
• Interpret architectural and engineering plans, space layouts, and regulatory standards to support efficient project execution

Skills & Attributes That Make You Stand Out

• Strategic thinker with strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communicator capable of engaging diverse teams
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Hands-on experience in space planning, cost estimating, and project execution
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management tools, and enterprise systems

Title: Buyer - (Services Buying experience) (Need Local Candidates)

Location: Detroit, MI

Duration: 7 Months

Rate: $40-$45/Hour on W2

Job Summary:

Provide core management in the procurement of various commodities to achieve budget objects, supplier diversity and on-time delivery.

Support Supply Chain leaders, Strategic Category Manager(s), buyers and a predetermined business unit to achieve total cost management.

Other Qualifications:

Preferred:

• · Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Economics
• · Prior procurement experience in Solar / Renewable Energy components.
• · Yellow/Green/Black belt certification

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft applications (i.e: Excel, PowerPoint, & Word)
• Demonstrates an ability to manage multimillion dollar contracts, consistent positive business unit and warehouse feedback, little rework, meeting deadlines, taking on additional work, working independently on routine tasks, and effectively prioritizing tasks to meet business needs and deadlines.
• Strong negotiation skills and contract writing, evident through successfully and independently negotiating less complex contracts, including the terms and conditions, building relationships with our business unit partners and vendors, independently completing purchase agreements, crafting service agreements, and reviewing peers' contracts for compliance with client's requirements
• Demonstrates an understanding of risk management, value analysis and proper decision making through ensuring terms and conditions are complete and accurate, appropriately analyzing tradeoffs, consequences and liabilities of actions, knowing when to escalate issues to leadership or experts, and independently making good decisions in routine situations.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of business needs and the organization as a whole, as demonstrated by participation in business unit meetings, placing orders within requisition and funding requirements, and exhibiting general knowledge of the current market.
• Demonstrated application of continuous improvement tools, systems and processes
• Demonstrates an understanding of procurement for solar materials and working directly with EPC contractors.

Job Title: ENOVIA / 3DEXPERIENCE PLM Engineer

Location: Dearborn, Michigan

Role Overview

We are looking for a PLM Engineer with strong experience in ENOVIA and the 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX) platform to support product lifecycle management and Bill of Materials (BOM) management activities. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering background and experience managing product structures, configuration control, and engineering change processes within PLM environments.

This role will involve working closely with cross-functional teams including mechanical design, manufacturing, and supply chain to ensure accurate product data and efficient lifecycle management within the ENOVIA / 3DEXPERIENCE platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) and product structures within ENOVIA / 3DEXPERIENCE PLM systems.
• Ensure data accuracy and configuration control for mechanical components and assemblies.
• Support engineering change management processes including ECO, ECR, and ECN within the PLM environment.
• Collaborate with mechanical design, manufacturing, procurement, and quality teams to maintain product data integrity.
• Maintain part numbering, revision control, and configuration management within PLM systems.
• Support product lifecycle activities from concept and design through production and release.
• Ensure proper release and documentation of engineering drawings, CAD data, and technical specifications.
• Conduct BOM validation and audits to ensure system accuracy.
• Support integration and synchronization between PLM and ERP systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
• 2+ years of experience working with PLM systems, preferably ENOVIA and 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX).
• Strong understanding of BOM management, product structure, and configuration control.
• Experience supporting engineering change management processes (ECO/ECR/ECN).
• Familiarity with mechanical design documentation and CAD data management.
• Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams in product development environments.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE platform (ENOVIA).
• Knowledge of PLM–ERP integration (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Exposure to automotive or manufacturing product lifecycle environments.

Project Manager

Classification: Exempt

Our Mission

For almost a century, KLA’s mission is to create value by delivering world-class communications solutions.

Your Impact

The Project Manager will oversee the development and execution of systems, projects and proposals. The Project Manager will also be responsible for the entire life cycle of assigned projects, from initial client meeting through client acceptance.

A Glimpse of What You’ll Do

• Manage client-partner relationships to drive overall project inception and progress
• Interface with clients to determine project requirements
• Create estimates and quotes for prospective jobs for new and existing clients
• Oversee installation team to ensure balance of workload and targeted productive hours
• Act as occasional onsite Manager to ensure client expectations are met
• Work with purchasing and warehouse department for vendor selection and products are received in a timely manner
• Ensure job estimating, quoting, costing and billable hours are on target
• Attend project status meetings with clients and/or contractors
• Adhere to contract and design specifications while managing cost, schedule and quality
• Responsible for oversight of all projects through project close and client acceptance
• Maintain the ability to manage multiple projects with various clients in the same duration
• Manage workforce safety and production for site projects
• Travel to various local or out of state/country locations with short notice to meet with clients for potential quotes
• Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

What You Bring

• Strategic Thinking
• Financial Management
• Decision Making
• Visionary Leadership
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ten or more years’ professional experience in project management in the telecommunications industry

Additional Information

• Full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected

Please note this job description, is meant to be a representation of the physical demands, work environment, and day-to-day activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job; it is not meant to be all-inclusive or limited to the above outline. To remain an industry leader, duties, responsibilities and activities of any KLA Laboratories employee may change, at any time, to meet the needs of the Company or the Customer, with or without notice.

A great UHY client is seeking a Purchasing Manager – Project Purchasing to join their team in Farmington Hills, MI. This role will lead regional project purchasing initiatives within a global automotive supplier, supporting sourcing strategy, supplier development, and RFQ execution across a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

The Purchasing Manager – Project Purchasing role is a hybrid position with 3 days per week onsite in Farmington Hills, MI. This is a client direct hire position.

Purchasing Manager – Project Purchasing Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a regional purchasing team (including remote team members across multiple locations)
• Drive project purchasing activities across the full lifecycle, including RFQs, sourcing, and supplier selection
• Oversee project portfolios within thermal systems (HVAC, engine, and cabin heating/cooling)
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across regional and global supplier networks
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, and Program Management
• Manage supplier relationships and support supplier development initiatives
• Balance multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Utilize SAP and purchasing systems to manage workflows, reporting, and procurement activities

Purchasing Manager – Project Purchasing Requirements

• 7–10+ years of purchasing experience within a Tier 1 automotive supplier environment
• Strong project purchasing and RFQ experience
• SAP experience required
• Experience leading teams, including remote or regional teams
• Background in global and regional sourcing initiatives
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• Experience with Jaggaer (or similar sourcing/workflow tools) preferred
• Thermal or HVAC product experience is a plus

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UHY Advisors' Resource Solutions Group provides clients with accomplished professionals to support finance, accounting, internal audit and tax teams. Whether it is permanent placement, project work, loaned staff support or business process outsourcing–we are ready to meet your needs.

Our team has extensive experience with a wide range of clients from middle market, closely held organizations to large Fortune 500 companies. We focus on finance and accounting, internal audit, IT audit and tax. We offer direct, personal involvement from senior practitioners and strive to meet clients' needs rapidly.

Job Title: Project Coordinator II

Duration: 12 Months Contract (Possibility of extension)

Location: Livonia MI

Payrate: $25-30 per hour on w2 basis, without benefits

Hybrid Position: Mon, Tue, Thurs Onsite | Wed, Fri Remote

Job Description

Duties:

General project administration and support Maintain project notes and files Review, validate and document invoices Execute checks and balances to ensure accurate reporting Ensure accounting guidelines are met Implement process improvements as appropriate Work with program managers to manage budgets and help deliver against party commitments

Skills:

Project coordinators must be well-organized, capable of working under pressure, and able to multitask, and attention to detail and a patient demeanor are also important. They should also be familiar with software such as Microsoft Excel, and a bachelor's degree in business or communications is generally required for this position. Work is usually done in an office environment, though some travel may occasionally be required.

Experience as a dashboard developer that designs, builds, and maintains interactive data visualizations to help organizations make data-driven decisions. They collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements, extract data from various sources, and use tools like Tableau or Power BI to create clear, actionable dashboards. Key skills include data analysis, SQL, proficiency with BI tools, databricks and strong communication to translate complex data.

Education:

Project coordinators must be well-organized, capable of working under pressure, and able to multitask, and attention to detail and a patient demeanor are also important. They should also be familiar with software such as Microsoft Excel, and a bachelor's degree in business or communications is generally required for this position. Work is usually done in an office environment, though some travel may occasionally be required.

Thank you!

We are seeking a Manager-level Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Export Control to play a critical role for one prestigious client. This is a high-impact opportunity to partner cross-functionally across regions and help ensure regulatory excellence in a complex, fast-moving environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in Export Controls, with strong expertise in U.S. regulations (ITAR & EAR)
• Degree in Law or an Associate degree with relevant export control experience
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across functions
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Experience with internal audits and compliance assessments
• Travel requirements: 10–20%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with EU and UN sanctions/export control frameworks
• Experience in the automotive industry, particularly in software/technology export compliance
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills

At Chase, we are passionate about creating memorable experiences for our clients and employees, making them feel welcomed, valued, and understood. We build lasting relationships by doing the right thing, exceeding expectations, and embracing diversity and inclusion.

As an Associate Banker within Chase, you will represent our brand and culture with the utmost hospitality, using the latest banking solutions and cutting-edge financial technology combined with friendly and attentive service. Your role at Chase will significantly contribute to the branch's success by delivering exceptional client experiences. You will build trusted relationships with clients, sharing product knowledge and solutions and introducing them to our team of experts helping clients achieve their financial goals.

• Create a welcoming environment by delivering attentive and friendly service by greeting clients as they enter the branch, making them feel appreciated, managing lobby traffic, checking clients into the waiting queue, and scheduling/canceling client meetings.
• Exceed client expectations while assisting with day-to-day transactions as well as open new accounts, while complying with all policies, procedures, and regulatory and banking requirements.
• Educate clients on how the usage of technology self-service options such as leveraging the Chase Mobile App, , and ATMs can help them with their banking needs whenever, wherever, and however they want.
• Build meaningful relationships with clients by actively listening, asking thoughtful questions, demonstrating empathy, and sharing product knowledge and solutions introducing them to our team of experts to help achieve their financial goals.
• Perform branch operations, which may include managing cash devices such as the cash vault, ATM, or others while adhering to all bank policies and procedures.

• Ability to put clients first and exceed their expectations delivering attentive and friendly service, creating a welcoming environment.
• Ability to build trusted relationships demonstrating genuine care and concern during interactions with clients.
• Ability to engage clients communicating clearly and politely to understand and help, anticipating client needs.
• Ability to quickly and effectively resolve client issues with attention to detail providing a consistent client experience.
• Ability to elevate the client experience working collaboratively as a team to deliver seamless service with care and sincerity.
• Ability to quickly and accurately learn products, services, and procedures.
• Client service experience or comparable experience.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Strong desire and ability to influence, educate, and connect customers to technology solutions.
• Cash handling experience.

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