Summary
The PE Procurement Assistant Manager Control Unit is responsible for sourcing and selecting potential suppliers, approving new item suppliers, negotiating part prices, and coordinating all activities with part vendors. This role oversees die casting operations-including aluminum casting, machining, and assembly-while managing subparts cost, monitoring supplier performance, and supporting procurement efforts for PE components such as Power Electric Motors, Reducers, Inverters, and ICCUs.
Essential Functions (To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)
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Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, as well as internal and external customers including Sales Managers, to ensure on-time results
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Review legal documentation such as Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), terms and conditions, and develop documentation according to Mobis policy
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Review supplier requirements, release quotations, and perform quotation analysis
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Perform part characteristic analysis and risk analysis, and create Procurement policies
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Research and secure potential suppliers
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Perform cost analysis for parts, tooling, and other supplier expenses; negotiate prices with suppliers
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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.)
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Negotiate supply agreements and cost models with key suppliers, ensure pricing and lead time information is updated
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Comply with and promote safety in the workplace
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All other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Yes
Basic Qualifications (The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and preferred for this position.)
Required EducationExperience:
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Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) Engineering/Supply Chain Management
- 7+ years of experience in procurement role
Required Knowledge, Skills,Abilities:
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Communication skills: Intermediate
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Strong analytical and technical skills
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Requires understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and proficiency in drawing interpretation.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Preferred EducationExperience:
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Experience within E-powertrain manufacturing/automotive industry strongly preferred
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Experience in automotive manufacturing environment
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Experience in Die-casting, Lamination press, Forging, PCB assembly process.
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Ability to understand 2D/3D drawings and knowledge of design tools
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Experience in using ERP system (SAP).
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
none
Working Conditions:
- Office setting, some walking within and between buildings
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Overtime as needed
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Frequent travel with possible overnight or extended stays Domestic and International required
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Working in all Development work groups if needed
