Automotive Purchasing Specialist – Parts Development – EV Process | Montgomery, AL

*Relocation Assistance/Benefits Available*

Job Summary:

Join a fast-paced and evolving environment where you’ll contribute directly to the development of electric vehicles! As an Automotive Purchasing Specialist, you'll manage supplier relationships, negotiate long-term agreements, and oversee key processes to ensure high-quality, cost-efficient, and timely delivery of production components. This role offers the chance to work closely with suppliers, engineering teams, and industry advancements, making a meaningful impact on EV production strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, evaluate, and improve key performance indicators related to part Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Development (QCDD).
• Select, develop, and manage suppliers for EV production parts, components, and systems by:
• Preparing and issuing Requests for Quotation (RFQ) for multi-year production quantities.
• Negotiating long-term agreements.
• Ensuring competitive pricing.
• Leading annual cost reduction initiatives.
• Overseeing supplier quality and delivery performance.
• Enhance supplier part quality and delivery while mitigating risks.
• Draft action reports and implement effective countermeasures for part quality defects.
• Communicate results of supplier process audits and provide corrective recommendations.
• Develop and execute commodity and supply base strategies.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve processes.
• Research new EV technologies and apply best practices to purchasing activities.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and suppliers to evaluate part designs for efficiency.
• Plan, track, and manage production supplier information.
• Maintain an up-to-date supply base information database.
• Ensure compliance with Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• 0-3 years of related experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of automotive component supply chain, quality control, and manufacturing processes
• Experience with OEMs or parts component suppliers is desired.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
• SAP experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and reporting skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) designation is highly desired, but not required.