Trim Parts 2 Procurement Specialist

SUMMARY
The Trim Parts 2 Procurement Specialist supports the Trim Parts 2 team by sourcing potential suppliers, evaluating new part suppliers, negotiating pricing, and managing sub-part operations for bumper components. This role helps ensure a stable, cost-effective supply chain for EV, ICE, and HEV programs by coordinating supplier performance, analyzing part costs, and maintaining accurate pricing and documentation. The specialist plays an important part in securing reliable suppliers, managing supply and demand needs, and supporting overall part quality and delivery for the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)
Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, as well as internal and external customers including Sales Managers, to ensure on-time results
Review legal documentation such as Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), terms and conditions, and develop documentation according to MOBIS policy
Review supplier requirements, release quotations, and perform quotation analysis
Perform part characteristic analysis and risk analysis, and create Procurement policies
Research and secure potential suppliers
Perform cost analysis for parts, tooling, and other supplier expenses; negotiate prices with suppliers
Create detailed price breakdown for each product by analyzing the piece price and breaking the price down into its categories (e.g. material, labor and burden, etc.)
Negotiate supply agreements and cost models with key suppliers, ensure pricing and lead time information is updated
Comply with and promote safety in the workplace
All other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:
No

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and preferred for this position.)

Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Engineering/Supply Chain Management or related field
2+ years of experience in procurement/purchasing/sales management role

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Communication skills: Intermediate
Strong analytical and technical skills
Requires understanding and proficiency in drawing interpretation
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Education & Experience:
Experience in automotive manufacturing environment
Experience in Forging, Stamping, Injection, Welding, Assembly process.
Ability to understand 2D/3D drawings and knowledge of design tools
Experience in using ERP system (SAP)

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
none

Working Conditions:
Office
Walking/standing and moving between buildings
Travel domestically and internationally as needed