Purchasing Program Manager

Hitachi • Farmington Hills, MI

433d • Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Program Manager is responsible for planning and managing activities related to designated projects within the business unit. This role ensures that project goals and objectives are met within specified time frames and budget constraints. The manager acts as a liaison between Category Purchasing and the business unit, addressing issues and facilitating the success of the projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Program Management, or equivalent experience.
• 5-10 years of industry experience.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Well organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support the business units to ensure program launch readiness for purchased parts and meet cost objectives.
• Collaborate with the Purchasing team, business units, and suppliers to achieve program objectives.
• Manage and track open issues, driving them to closure through tracking, delegation, and escalation.
• Plan program activities and develop master timing schedules that align with program objectives.
• Lead assigned program activities for continuous development, growth, and improvement.
• Develop program status reports for purchased parts and communicate status to management.
• Coordinate technical reviews with suppliers, category purchasing, Supplier Quality, and Design Engineering.
• Ensure supplier launch readiness, including PPAP timing and material cost commitments.
• Track cost reduction proposals to enhance financial performance of the program.
• Manage internal project approval and cost details for purchased components.
• Support cross-functional teams and follow up on supply-related issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree