Responsibilities:
Lead, train and coach new team members, setting clear priorities to ensure high quality deliverables
Assist PPMs in resolving roadblocks and/or finding creative solutions to resolve issues
Identify continuous-improvement opportunities to improve speed, quality, and repeatability, and reporting to analytics templates
Program management responsibilities for Truck/Wrangler/Hemi specific vehicle program variants, including Serial Life related activities
Ownership of all timing, capacity, business impact of supplier-related contributions to Heavy Duty Truck and Light Commercial Van segments development and execution across full NA scope
Close coordination with ongoing cost actions to drive efficiencies and optimization of Serial Life production cost as well as next-generation cost input into Planning process
Preparation and input into Governance decision processes, including those that have direct level exposure to Senior Leadership (inc. NA and SLT members)
Facilitate working sessions to drive efficiencies by sharing best practices and lessons learned
Drive first level of escalation for vehicle product sourcing through direct engagement with engineering program management colleagues, leading yellow enablers
Report out to executive leadership on purchasing metrics (cost/timing/readiness/capacity) to support vehicle program metrics
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field (ABET accredited)
10+ years' experience, including 3+ years in Supplier Quality, Purchasing, SCM, Engineering or related areas
Strong organizational skills; excels in fast-paced, complex environments
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to think and act strategically
Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to manage multiple projects
Results-oriented leader with experience guiding cross-functional teams
Excellent communication skills; comfortable with all management levels
Deep understanding of Group Purchasing business processes
Proficient in MS Office, SAP, and Qlik Sense
Effective under pressure; strong interpersonal skills
Willingness to travel (0-20%), primarily within North America
Preferred Qualifications:
MBA / Master's degree
Previous buyer experience
Experience working with SAP