NA Cost Collaborator Lead - Purchasing Program Team

This role supports coordination between the Purchasing function and some Program teams (Engineering / Manufacturing / Cost Engineering) to support all vehicle platforms. This includes responsibility of a dedicated perimeter, supporting the Program Purchasing Manager during development by managing Cost Collaboration of the Change Management Process with stakeholders (including suppliers) through NA IT system.

The mission is to connect internal and external partners to make Change Management governance the quickest and most efficient (cost / technical change) possible for the company.

This Cost Collaboration- Lead role will align to our regional NA structure and report to the NA Cost Manager. This role is critical to improving efficiency and cost control for technical changes during the vehicle development plan throughout the product life cycle.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to the following: 

• Lead the commodity team’s daily operations, ensure process compliance, and drive initiatives to improve throughput
• Support the team with supplier negotiations related to engineering changes to ensure cost and timing alignment with program targets
• Ensure engineering changes are reviewed collaboratively and on schedule, escalating issues as needed to maintain progress
• Support cross-functional team meetings and engage the internal and external stakeholders needed to resolve roadblocks
• Conduct routine audits to verify the accuracy of performance reports
• Monitor industry trends and advancements relevant to the assigned area of responsibility

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in engineering, business, finance, supply chain management, economics, or a related field
• At least eight years of experience in the automotive industry
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain strong regional and global partnerships
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and resourceful, with the ability to resolve conflicts and manage complex assignments
• Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Results-oriented, with the ability to lead regional and global cross-functional teams
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to think strategically and act decisively
• Strong communication skills required, with the ability to effectively interface with all levels of management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Program Management Certification
• Engineering change management knowledge/experience