Specialist - Parts Development (Powertrain)

SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a Specialist - Parts Development (Powertrain) for a client in the automotive industry. This is a direct-hire role based in Montgomery, AL that requires onsite presence. If you’re eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.

PURPOSE:
Responsible for purchasing activities relating to cost, quality, delivery and service for production parts and new model parts development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Track, measure, and improve part related Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Development (QCDD) key performance indicators.
• Select, develop, and manage supply base for production parts, components, and systems by:

• Preparing Requests for Quotation (RFQ) for multi-year full production quantities - Negotiating long-term agreements
• Maintaining competitive pricing
• Leading yearly cost reduction activities
• Monitoring supplier quality and delivery performance.

• Enhance supplier part quality and delivery and reduce risks.
• Write action reports related to effective countermeasures for part quality defects.
• Communicate the results of supplier process audits and propose corrective suggestions.
• Formulate and implement yearly commodity and supply base strategy.
• Work closely with supplier to optimize supplier processes.
• Explore available technology and implement best practices related to purchasing activities.
• Evaluate part designs with engineering, quality, and suppliers to obtain optimum efficiencies.
• Plan, organize, track, and disseminate information related to production suppliers.
• Maintain up-to-date supply base information database.
• Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
• Meet all other requirements as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred
• 0 – 10 years job related experience preferred
• OEM or parts components supplier experience desired
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) designation preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Access
• SAP preferred
• Proficient knowledge about automotive component supply chain quality control and manufacturing processes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation and reporting skills
• Team player mentality who can work efficiently with minimal supervision

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.

FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE :

• Location: Montgomery, AL
• Schedule: Day shift, 40h/w
• Assignment Start: ASAP, direct hire position

DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.