Parts Purchasing Manager

Mobis USA - Richmond Hill, GA

Full-time - Senior

Richmond Hill, GA

Crop Production

About the position

The Parts Purchasing Manager at MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC is responsible for assisting the Senior Procurement Manager in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement processes. This role involves evaluating RFQs, negotiating commercial issues, and identifying cost reduction opportunities while ensuring quality and timely delivery of parts essential for electric vehicle production. The position requires strong leadership and communication skills, with a preference for candidates fluent in Korean.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Procurement Manager with strategic sourcing suppliers.
• Issue and evaluate RFQs and manage commercial issues and negotiations.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities.
• Manage overall supplier relationships, addressing supply and quality issues.
• Establish new car sourcing plans and lead sourcing events.
• Review and analyze legal documentation such as RFQs, LOIs, and contracts with suppliers.
• Research and develop potential suppliers as necessary.
• Monitor cost analysis for parts and negotiate prices with suppliers.
• Conduct detailed project plans and tactical execution for part development.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal customers to ensure on-time program deliverables.
• Communicate project status regularly with upper management and obtain necessary approvals.
• Lead suppliers to meet quality requirements during projects and respond to supply shortages.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry-specific experience required.
• 7+ years of experience in a Procurement role within the manufacturing/automotive industry.
• Working experience with Hyundai, Kia, or MOBIS.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial System Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Detailed knowledge of the Just In Sequence process in the Automotive industry.
• Strong leadership skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience in procurement and automotive assembly/manufacturing.

Nice-to-haves

• Korean language skills to communicate with Korean Headquarters.
• Experience in injection, press, welding, paint, and assembly processes.