Procurement/Purchasing Manager

3 months ago

Savannah, United States Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System, LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Title: Procurement Manager


Industry: Automotive (Seats)

Reports to: Procurement Coordinator

Department: Procurement

Location: Savannah, GA

FLSA: Salary Exempt

Position Overview:

As a Procurement Manager in the automotive industry focusing on seats, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our company's procurement and purchasing operations. This includes identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing inventory levels, and ensuring the timely delivery of seat components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement and purchasing within the automotive industry, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.


Key Responsibilities:

  • General Purchasing:
    • Develop and implement procurement strategies and policies to ensure the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of seat components.
    • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish agreements for seat materials and components.
    • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate the replenishment of stock to meet production demands for automotive seats.
  • Sales Support:
    • Collaborate with the sales team to understand customer requirements and ensure procurement aligns with sales goals and timelines.
    • Maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders to support sales strategies through effective procurement practices.
    • Ensure timely and quality delivery of procured materials to support customer satisfaction and sales performance.
  • Product Development:
    • Work closely with product development teams to align procurement activities with new seat designs and innovations.
    • Participate in the early stages of product development to optimize costs and ensure the availability of necessary materials.
    • Support the launch of new seat products by ensuring procurement processes meet development timelines and specifications.
  • Material Cost Analysis:
    • Conduct thorough analyses of material costs and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
    • Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or supplier reliability.
    • Monitor market trends and adjust procurement strategies to optimize material costs.
  • Capital Investment:
    • Evaluate and manage capital investments for procurement projects, ensuring financial prudence and alignment with company goals.
    • Develop and oversee budgets for procurement activities, including cost forecasting and financial planning.
    • Make informed decisions on capital investments to support long-term procurement efficiency and sustainability.
  • Compliance and Sustainability:
    • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations, including ethical sourcing and sustainability practices.
    • Promote sustainable procurement practices that align with the company’s environmental and social responsibility goals.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
  • Proven experience working as a procurement and purchasing manager, ideally within the automotive industry.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Knowledge of procurement software and systems, such as SAP and Vaatz.
  • Familiarity with sourcing and supplier management practices, particularly for automotive seats.
  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously.
  • Proven track record of delivering cost savings through effective procurement strategies.
  • Experience in capital investment decision-making and financial planning for procurement.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and bonus structure, commensurate with experience and industry standards.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid time off policies.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the company.
  • Access to employee discounts and perks offered by our extensive network of partnering businesses.


Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through the application of its equal opportunity, non-discrimination, and anti-harassment policies in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.  All employment decisions at Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. 

This Position Description is intended as a summary of the job responsibilities for this position. HTGSS reserves the right to add, remove, and/or alter job responsibilities in whole or in part with or without notice. Additionally, all HTGSS team members are subject to all other HTGSS policies and procedures, including those set out in HTGSS’s Team Member Handbook.

This Position Description is not a contract. Every Team Member’s employment with HTGSS is voluntary and is subject to termination by the team member or HTGSS at will, with or without cause, and, with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this Position Description or HTGSS policies shall be interpreted to be in conflict or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of HTGSS team members.

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