Engineering Structures Jobs in Beverly Hills, MI

Interior Validation Engineer

Job Description :

• Lead the validation activities for Slate Interior program as primary interface to Engineering, out-source test labs, suppliers, DV vehicle fleet, etc.
• Facilitate physical validation activities with Slate and test facilities: Document disposition and drive issue closure to meet program timing
• Obtain timely test vendor quotes for all testing activities, facilitate testing by creating purchase Orders and Test Requests
• Support Slate pursuit/quote team with cost estimates
• Represent Slate at testing Reviews
• Develop, manage and publish DVP&R for specific sub-systems to meet program timing.
• Work effectively in a team environment with a cross-functional team: design engineering, suppliers, CAE, quality, craftsmanship, manufacturing, purchasing
• Develop and maintain validation timing plans
• Establish effective communications (written and verbal) between interior engineering, internal groups and suppliers
• Generate and implement cost savings ideas
• Document test results and issues in Slate Polarion system as required
• Be an integral part of an energetic team that's challenging the status quo of vehicle design.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited university or equivalent.
• 3+ years of validation engineering / testing experience in the automotive industry.
• Ability to use lab equipment to support internal Interior validation testing.
• Experience in working with suppliers and internal customers
• Energetic personality: Self-starter with a high passion for success.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to travel to visit suppliers, test labs and Slate sites; up to 20% domestically / locally.
• Microsoft Office proficiency: Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• High level of integrity and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.
• Multiple Vehicle Interior product engineering experience (Instrument panels, door trim, floor consoles, trim, seating, etc.)

About Applus Laboratories

Applus is a leading global provider of testing, inspection, and certification services. We work across a wide range of industries to ensure the safety, quality, and performance of our clients' products and operations.

Job Summary

Applus is seeking a senior, highly proactive Regional Procurement Manager to establish and lead the North American procurement function across multiple business units and laboratories. This is a build-from-the-ground-up role for an experienced procurement professional who thrives in entrepreneurial environments and is comfortable operating without a mature procurement organization in place.

Reporting into senior leadership, this individual will be responsible for defining procurement strategy, identifying value creation opportunities, and executing sourcing initiatives across CAPEX, equipment, consumables, fleet, and services for the North American region. The successful candidate will act as a true business partner—actively engaging with lab leaders, assessing current procurement maturity, improving contracts, and driving synergies across entities.

This role requires a hunter mindset, strong analytical capability, and the confidence to influence stakeholders across diverse businesses.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the North American procurement function across both multiple Applus Laboratory and TIC (Testing, Inspection, Certification) businesses
• Define and execute regional procurement strategies aligned with business needs, budgets, and corporate objectives
• Actively identify cost optimization, value creation, and efficiency opportunities through spend analysis and supplier strategy
• Manage sourcing and contracting for all procurement needs
• Review existing supplier contracts and commercial terms, renegotiating and improving agreements where appropriate
• Partner closely with business leaders and lab operations to understand how each entity operates and how procurement can add value
• Identify and implement synergies across North American entities, including shared suppliers, contracts, and sourcing approaches
• Ensure appropriate supplier quality, compliance, and performance standards are maintained
• Utilize and manage e-procurement platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Jaggaer, Coupa, or similar) to support sourcing, contracting, and reporting
• Develop procurement reporting, performance tracking, and KPI dashboards for the region
• Coordinate with global procurement to leverage existing global agreements where applicable, while owning regional execution
• Support and guide the existing buyer, with potential to scale the team over time as the function matures and delivers value
• Represent procurement in regional business initiatives and continuous improvement projects

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Significant experience in procurement, sourcing, or strategic purchasing at a regional or multi-business level
• Background in services-based, laboratory, consulting, or similarly complex environments strongly preferred
• Experience building or transforming procurement functions in less structured or entrepreneurial environments
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define strategy and execute independently
• Demonstrated ability to proactively engage stakeholders and drive change
• Experience working with e-procurement platforms (SAP Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer, or similar)
• Comfortable operating as a senior individual contributor; Director-level candidates may be considered
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and business judgment
• Self-starter with a hands-on, action-oriented mindset

Position Overview

Sylvan, Inc. is a market-leading, trusted automotive services contractor to Fortune 500 companies.

The Mechanical Designer II will be responsible to design / detail fabrication drawing sets for conveyor components under the supervision of the Project Engineer to assure the highest level of accuracy and quality. This position will be responsible for generating complete fabrication drawing sets for various conveyor components that meet all requirements per the customer scope of work and Sylvan clarifications as indicated in the bid submittal.

Job Responsibilities

The list below is meant to be a guide and not all inclusive of the daily responsibilities.

• Be able to perform engineering calculations for material selection, shaft sizing, power transmission, etc.
• Be able to do part and assembly design based on parts sketches, existing components or similar components.
• Be able to utilize AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Inventor to generate parts drawings, assembly drawings, and shop level fabrication details.
• Be able to provide and create ABM’s, Work Orders for the shop and purchasing.
• Be able to provide technical support to the fabrication shop for any questions / issues with detail drawings.
• Must be able work with the project team to create a working solution to technical issues in a timely manner.
• Be able to check drawings from other team members before sending to the shop or sub-fabrication source.
• Be able to visit jobsites for meetings and field checks as requested.
• Keep up to date with the latest customer specifications and ensure all designs meet all Sylvan and Customer requirements.

Education Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 3 years of related job experience.

Experience

• Experience working both independently and in a team environment.
• Good analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional, positive “can-do” attitude.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Skilled in Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a timely manner within a high-pressure environment.

Electrical Systems Engineer – High Voltage Vehicle Systems

Location: Troy, MI

Job Type: Full-Time

Hiring Partner: Raizan Solutions LLC (Authorized hiring partner – We do NOT charge candidates)

About the Client

Our client is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in advanced battery systems, high-voltage power distribution, ruggedized energy systems, and custom electrification solutions. They support OEM, commercial vehicle, specialty, and defense customers with rapid prototyping and production-intent system development.

Raizan Solutions LLC is recruiting on behalf of this client. We act solely as the hiring partner and do not charge candidates any fees.

Position Summary

The Electrical Systems Engineer will lead and support the development of high-voltage battery systems, power distribution architectures, and vehicle-level electrical integration. This role spans system design, requirements, embedded controls coordination, safety analysis, and hands-on prototype validation.

You will collaborate closely with mechanical, controls, software, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust systems through the full development cycle—from concept to system launch.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical & System Design

• Design and document electrical architectures, schematics, wiring diagrams, and component selections for Li-ion battery systems, HV distribution, and vehicle integration.
• Develop and maintain system requirements, interface definitions, DFMEAs, PFMEAs, DVP&R, and system test plans.
• Apply strong engineering knowledge of HV components: contactors, switches, HVIL, insulation, isolation monitoring, safety interlocks, bus bars, sensors, and protective devices.
• Support PCB/hardware development efforts (Altium preferred; OrCAD or equivalent considered).

Controls & Software Integration

• Coordinate with controls and software teams on system behaviors, state machines, protection logic, and calibration.
• Support embedded controls development using MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow, model-based design, and C-based integration review.
• Use CAN tools (Vector CANalyzer, CANape) to evaluate control systems, validate functionality, and troubleshoot issues.

Testing, Validation & Debug

• Develop validation test procedures for system-level and component-level verification.
• Perform hands-on prototype testing, fault evaluation, root-cause analysis, and troubleshooting of high- and low-voltage systems.
• Follow lab and vehicle test procedures to evaluate system performance, safety interactions, and functional behavior.

Program & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work with internal team members and external suppliers to ensure successful design, build, and validation.
• Participate in recurring technical review meetings to identify risks, integration issues, and quality concerns.
• Assist in project planning—tracking timing, risks, status, and technical deliverables.

Documentation & Build Support

• Generate and coordinate build documentation, assembly instructions, inspection sheets, and test records.
• Support prototype build reviews, manufacturing handoff, and initial production readiness.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronics from an accredited institution.
• Equivalent experience will be considered.

Experience

• 5–15 years of experience in electrical or systems engineering for EV, hybrid, automotive, heavy vehicle, or defense systems.
• Proficiency in electrical system architecture, safety concepts, and requirements flow-down.
• Experience with:
• MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow
• LabVIEW
• Vector CANalyzer / CANape / CAN tools
• SPICE / PSpice
• Controls platforms (MotoHawk, dSPACE, ETAS preferred)
• Hands-on experience with high-voltage battery systems, inverters, DC-DC converters, BMS, and vehicle electrical integration.
• Familiarity with EV industry standards, ISO 26262 concepts, and relevant military or commercial vehicle standards (preferred).
• Experience with PCB design tools (Altium) is a plus.

What You Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple technical tasks in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation capabilities.
• A proactive mindset with strong attention to detail.

Why Join This Opportunity

• Work on cutting-edge battery systems, high-voltage electrification, and ruggedized energy products.
• Be part of a small, agile engineering environment with meaningful technical ownership.
• Exposure to diverse projects and close collaboration with customers and leadership.
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for long-term growth.

Apply Today

If you're ready to help drive the future of advanced electrified systems and thrive in a collaborative, hands-on engineering environment, Raizan Solutions LLC would be happy to connect.

365 Retail Markets is the most trusted global provider of unattended retail technology, delivering conveniently smart self-service solutions since 2008. The company’s all-in-one platform powers retail spaces across food service, global retail, and hospitality with a comprehensive suite of frictionless smart stores, micro markets, vending, catering, and dining point-of-sale options. These technologies can be found worldwide in corporate offices, manufacturing and distribution facilities, educational campuses, hotels, and beyond.

As a nine-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in the United States, and with a continually expanding global presence, 365 Retail Markets is committed to growth, innovation, and providing superior, integrated technology that meets the evolving needs of its customers and consumers.

The retail industry is rapidly evolving, with Computer Vision (CV) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshaping consumer experiences while improving operational efficiency and margins. As Senior Product Manager for our CV + AI portfolio, you will own the strategy, roadmap, and delivery of AI-enabled products that power next-generation frictionless retail experiences.

You will be accountable for defining and executing both short-term, tactical initiatives and long-term platform strategy, ensuring alignment with 365’s broader business objectives. This role requires strong cross-functional leadership, deep product thinking, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to executive stakeholders.

This position reports to the Manager, Product Management and has high visibility across executive leadership and all 365 brands.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the AI and Computer Vision product roadmap, setting a clear long-term platform vision while balancing near-term delivery priorities aligned to business objectives, customer needs, and industry trends.
• Deliver features and enhancements on time and to plan, owning the full lifecycle from ideation, discovery, and requirements through launch and post-release evaluation.
• Translate machine learning, computer vision, and generative AI (including LLMs) capabilities into scalable, user-centric product features.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Data Science, Design, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to ensure successful execution and adoption.
• Work closely with other Senior Product Managers to ensure a consistent, seamless, and effective consumer experience across product lines.
• Identify and evaluate high-impact AI use cases through a deep understanding of business context, data availability, and technical feasibility.
• Oversee model development, training, deployment, and iteration to ensure solutions perform reliably in real-world retail environments, including edge deployment constraints (latency, compute, bandwidth), lighting variability, occlusion, and ongoing product packaging changes.
• Collaborate with data and engineering teams to ensure responsible AI practices, including bias mitigation, data integrity, and model interpretability.
• Monitor competitive landscape and emerging AI trends to maintain 365’s innovation leadership.
• Communicate product vision, trade-offs, and progress clearly to executive leadership to drive fast alignment and informed decision-making.
• Own go-to-market readiness and pilot execution, ensuring customer readiness, coordinating launch plans, and enabling internal teams (Support, Sales, Operations) through training, documentation, and clear launch handoff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in computer sciences or software engineering. MBA preferred.
• 5-8+ years Product Management experience
• Proven experience owning complex product portfolios, including both tactical execution and long-term strategic planning, ensuring effective product lifecycle management.
• Experience delivering Machine Learning products in collaboration with Data Science and ML Engineering teams, including experimentation, model evaluation, and continuous performance optimization.
• Specifying requirements, execution and evaluation of designs, analysis, development, testing and control of major engineering projects where creativity and initiative are involved as well as a high level of independent judgment.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous, evolving environments, shaping clarity and direction in new or undefined problem spaces.
• Strong experience working cross-functionally, managing dependencies, and communicating priorities to ensure roadmap alignment and delivery
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage competing initiatives
• Excellent presentation and storytelling skills, with a strong emphasis on communicating to executive-level audiences for rapid alignment and decision-making.
• Work collaboratively as part of a broader product leadership team, prioritizing shared outcomes over individual ownership to ensure overall portfolio success.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with technical and operational stakeholders across CV retail products, including hardware, field operations, support, and customer-facing teams
• Added bonus for experience working within Retail, payments, or POS industries

Role Summary:

The Global Key Account Manager (GKAM) is accountable for global ownership of NXP’s strategic relationship with the Automotive OEM, spanning all regions, vehicle platforms, and program lifecycles. This role leads NXP’s commercial, technical, and executive engagement, aligning NXP’s automotive portfolio with Automotive OEM’s vehicle architecture strategy, electrification roadmap, and software‑defined vehicle vision.

The GKAM acts as the single point of accountability for the Automotive OEM worldwide, driving revenue growth, design‑win expansion, long‑term supply agreements, and executive governance while mobilizing NXP’s global matrix organization to deliver sustained, profitable growth.

Global Automotive OEM Account Ownership

• Own and execute the global account strategy for Automotive OEM, covering all vehicle platforms, regions, and business units
• Develop and maintain a multi‑year Automotive OEM Customer Business Plan aligned to NXP’s automotive growth priorities, design‑win targets, and margin objectives
• Serve as the primary executive interface between NXP and Automotive OEM, engaging senior leaders across engineering, purchasing, program management, and executive leadership

Revenue Growth & Design‑Win Leadership

• Drive global revenue growth and market‑share expansion at the Automotive OEM by identifying, qualifying, and closing design‑in opportunities across entire NXP portfolio including:
• Automotive MCUs and processors
• Analog and power management
• Sensors, radar, networking and connectivity
• Secure elements and software‑enabled solutions
• Lead long‑cycle automotive programs from architecture definition and RFQ through SOP, production ramp, and lifecycle management
• Champion competitive displacement strategies, positioning NXP at the system and platform level rather than component level to maximize NXP BOM in every design

• Understand customer pain points and guide internal teams to create effective messaging for product/system positioning

Automotive OEM Architecture & Program Alignment

• Align NXP’s portfolio with the Automotive OEM’s vehicle electrical/electronic architectures, zonal controllers, centralized compute strategies, and EV platforms
• Partner closely with the Automotive OEM’s engineering teams to influence early architecture decisions and secure platform‑level design wins
• Translate Automotive OEM’s technical and commercial requirements into clear internal priorities for NXP product roadmaps and investment decisions

Commercial Leadership & Negotiation

• Drive value-based selling by effectively positioning solution value and differentiation
• Lead global pricing strategy, RFQs, LTAs, and executive‑level commercial negotiations with Automotive OEM’s Global Purchasing & Supply Chain
• Ensure disciplined forecasting, pipeline management, and CRM accuracy for all Automotive OEM related opportunities
• Monitor Automotive OEM’s cost targets, sourcing strategies, and competitive dynamics to inform negotiation tactics and value positioning

Cross‑Functional & Matrix Leadership

• Orchestrate global teams including regional account managers, FAEs, product marketing, engineering, quality, operations, and supply chain
• Represent the Automotive OEM internally within NXP, ensuring alignment across business lines and rapid resolution of quality, logistics, or supply‑continuity issues
• Lead global account governance, executive reviews, and joint business planning sessions with the Automotive OEM

Executive Engagement & Trusted Partnership

• Build and sustain trusted advisor relationships with Automotive OEM’s senior leadership
• Position NXP as a strategic technology partner, not just a component supplier
• Advocate the Automotive OEM’s priorities internally while balancing NXP’s commercial and strategic objectives

Job Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (EE preferred)
• 12–15+ years of experience in automotive semiconductor sales, marketing, or global key account management
• 3+ years of experience in building and managing high-performance teams
• Proven success managing large, complex OEM accounts or similar global automotive manufacturers
• Experience selling MPU/MCU or other processor products or software/ecosystem preferred
• Executive‑level negotiation, influence, and stakeholder‑management skills
• Technically adept understanding of hardware and software and how businesses can leverage NXP to deliver better end products
• Understanding of competitive dynamics and strategies of key industry players, technical and other differentiated capabilities required to win in the marketplace
• Proven ability to manage complex sales cycle, with a track record of successful revenue attainment
• Excellent communication, negotiating and closing skills with customers
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience working with Automotive OEM’s engineering and Global Purchasing & Supply Chain organizations
• Understanding of evolving automotive architectures and background across multiple automotive domains (ADAS, body electronics, infotainment, EV/powertrain, connectivity)
• Experience leading or mentoring global virtual account teams

About the Company

Founded in 2008, MyBull Robot specializes in intelligent machines, focusing on autonomous driving and robotics. Our team has more than 400 employees, with over 40% dedicated to R&D. Specializing in logistics and manufacturing/warehousing operations, MyBull offers autonomous AMR solutions designed to fulfill the unmanned driving requirements of complex indoor and outdoor environments, operating 24/7 with comprehensive functionality. Our solutions assist businesses in lowering labor costs, enhancing efficiency, and improving safety outcomes.

About the Role

The Sales Manager – North America is responsible for leading revenue generation across the U.S. market, with direct accountability for annual sales performance, customer acquisition, and pipeline development. This role is critical to MyBull’s overseas branch growth plan and reports directly to the General Manager of the U.S. branch. The Sales Manager will manage the full sales lifecycle — from prospecting and solution development to contract negotiation and account expansion — while coordinating with HQ and technical teams to ensure delivery success. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role requiring strong execution skills, market knowledge, and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

Sales Execution & Performance

• Develop and execute the company’s annual and quarterly sales plans for North America
• Meet or exceed assigned revenue targets and KPIs, as aligned with HQ performance metrics
• Track, forecast, and report sales performance using CRM tools and structured reporting
• Maintain strong pipeline discipline using company-approved sales systems (e.g., “333” rule or equivalent)

Business Development & Account Management

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in AGV, AMR, warehouse automation, and logistics sectors
• Build long-term customer relationships, ensuring contract renewals and expansion opportunities
• Lead the customer engagement process from technical qualification to final contract
• Coordinate with Applications Engineers and Technical Support teams to ensure delivery readiness

Market Strategy & Commercial Leadership

• Support HQ and GM in developing regional market entry strategies and commercial pricing
• Provide competitive intelligence, positioning input, and feedback on customer needs
• Influence product and service offering based on real-time market feedback

Industry & Product Knowledge

• Maintain a working knowledge of MyBull’s product portfolio, technical differentiators, and use cases
• Stay current on industry trends, automation technologies, and customer buying behavior
• Communicate complex technical solutions in clear business terms

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of B2B sales experience in industrial automation, robotics, logistics, or adjacent sectors

Required Skills

Technical & Market Knowledge

• Familiarity with AGVs, AMRs, 3D SLAM navigation, machine vision, or mobile robotics solutions
• Proven ability to translate technical features into commercial value for buyers

Sales & Business Acumen

• Demonstrated success achieving or exceeding annual sales quotas
• Experience managing long sales cycles, solution selling, and high-value contract negotiation
• Strong judgment, customer focus, and the ability to drive regional go-to-market execution

Soft Skills & Work Ethic

• High degree of initiative, accountability, and drive
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced, startup-like environment
• Fluent in English; Mandarin or Spanish is a plus

Equal Opportunity Statement

MyBull Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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American Ring Manufacturing is recruiting a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Livonia, Michigan. An Ideal candidate is a precision-oriented, hands-on professional and self-starting leader who is motivated by continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, design, develop and automate
• Create part models, assemblies and drawings using SolidWorks Software
• Develop innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges
• Hands-On design and development of engineering optimization
• Manage Product Launches
• Tooling Design and Manufacturing
• Manufacturing Process Improvement
• Provide Part Quotations for Customers
• Read and interpret Blueprints
• Read and understand customer Specifications
• Request Quotes from Vendors for material and outside processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in either Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Design Skills
• CAD Software experience
• Efficient Problem Solver/Troubleshooter
• Team Communication Skills
• Estimating/Quoting Experience
• 3D Modeling and Drawing

Preferred Experience

• Lean Manufacturing
• Ability to demonstrate forward-thinking & creative problem-solving strategies for product and processes
• Experience using SolidWorks Software
• Hands-on manufacturing knowledge of precision metal fasteners
• Strong understanding of material behavior (carbon steel, stainless steel) when machining
• Proficient in using measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, comparators)
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) familiarity
• Quality Documentation
• Die Design or interest in Die Design

About American Ring:

American Ring manufactures and supplies retaining rings, snap rings, and Belleville disc springs. We are a family company committed to quality and service, providing our customers with true solutions. American Ring is big enough to matter and small enough to care. We pride ourselves on delivering service unmatched in the industry, taking our business personally, and always trying to ask the right questions.

American Ring is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics with respect to employment opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities

Will be responsible to function as a principle commodity buyer for the Americas. The overall role of this position is to participate in the development of and execution of commodity strategies as well as manage the overall strategic and transactional relationships with the suppliers. He or she will lead all initial sourcing and resourcing actions in support of the sourcing selection process for these commodities by using the lowest delivered cost method. The nominee is also responsible to deliver cost savings for existing suppliers, lead/support strategic supplier business reviews, and lead roadmap discussions with preferred suppliers.

Typical Duties

• Commodity Strategy development
• Sourcing selection
• Conduct supplier benchmarking exercises and commercial analyses
• Send RFQ's to preferred suppliers based on Commodity Strategy
• Conduct analysis on supplier quotes based on pricing, quality, delivery, & commercial ratings, including completion of Initial Sourcing Rationale
• Negotiate and issue sourcing contracts with suppliers
• Supplier relationship management
• Productivity negotiations
• Deliver costed BOM inputs for new business pursuits (piece price, vendor tooling, timing, etc)
• Lead/support Supplier Business Reviews with preferred suppliers as defined by Commodity Strategy
• Act as Purchasing single point of contact for commercial issues
• Manage Risk Mitigation process, including
• list of open Purchasing issues (RIO’s)
• Support sourcing board meetings and program/phase reviews with cross-functional team to deliver cost and timing targets, as required
• Initiate ESTAs with key suppliers, as required
• Support Capacity Study confirmations with suppliers, as required
• Support customer and internal Launch Readiness Reviews via Program Manager, as required

Requirements:

• Experience (one of the following)
• 3-7 years in Commodity Purchasing with experience in strategy and sourcing for multi-national company
• 3-7 years in Engineering with experience in Electrical commodities
• Degree (one of the following)
• BS in Business
• BS in Engineering

Desired competencies/experience:

• Strong negotiation skills resulting in delivered cost reductions
• Strong analytical experience and data modeling using Excel
• Program Purchasing and/or Program Management experience a plus
• Ability to multitask and manage several projects and assignments simultaneously
• High sense of urgency and commitment to meeting deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work product is critical
• Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Special requirements (ie: Overtime, Travel, etc)
• Occasional travel required (domestic and international)
• Occasional overtime and schedule flexibility required

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Act as Purchasing single point of contact for commercial issues
• Manage the overall strategic and transactional relationships with the suppliers and to manage multiple projects/assignments, and lead/support strategic supplier reviews.
• Conduct supplier benchmarking exercises and commercial analysis
• Send RFQ's to preferred suppliers based on Commodity Strategy
• Conduct analysis on supplier quotes based on pricing, quality, delivery, and commercial ratings
• Negotiate and issue sourcing contracts with suppliers
• Manage and develop a strategic supply base by establishing and maintaining professional relationships through regular contact and supplier business reviews as defined by Commodity Strategy
• Lead all actions to reduce costs for his/her commodities including productivity negotiations
• Track and report on Roadmap progress
• Deliver costed BOM inputs for new business pursuits (piece price, vendor tooling, timing, etc.)
• Manage Risk Mitigation process, including maintaining list of open Purchasing issues (RIO’s)
• Support capacity studies with suppliers, as required

Experience, Competencies & Qualifications:

• Prefer BS Engineering or other technical degree
• 2 to 4 years of Purchasing or other supply chain experience preferably in automotive industry
• Action oriented, ability to lead teams and ability to prioritize tasks and to deliver commitments on time
• Strong negotiation skills resulting
• Proficient with MS Excel and other office tools and systems
• Good verbal and written communication skills