TRC Professional Solutions is seeking a talented individual that will coordinate all purchasing related activities between the company and automotive parts suppliers.

This is a hybrid opportunity based in Lagrange, GA. Additionally, a relocation package is offered to qualified candidates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Select, develop and manage supply base for production parts, components and systems by: preparing RFQ's for multi-year full production quantities (as required), negotiating long term agreements, maintaining competitive pricing and leading yearly cost reduction activities.
• Analyze supplier timelines for new part development: Verify supplier tooling, packaging, dimensional, shipping, testing, etc. milestones and provide notification of gaps/errors.
• Asset Management: Ensure that all assets are tagged, locations are validated, records of all tooling are maintained and updated, and amortization is confirmed.
• ISIR Submission: Receive and Approve before parts are released for launch/ mass production.
• Manage supply base in all key areas to gain efficiencies and Understand Key Supplier Performance Metrics to implement and confirm improvement plans Supplier Documentation (ISIRs, 4Ms, other legal contracts).
• Achieve Supplier Quality Targets by managing key supplier performance indexes and Manage supplier troubleshooting and analyze non-conforming parts and generate corrective actions.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all EOs: Maintain and update system(s) with EO data. Ensure that EOs are implemented per schedule.
• Process improvements, mentoring and training, CFT support, etc.
• Material preparation for meetings and other reports.

QUALIFICATIONS and JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management or related field along with two (2) to five (5) years of progressive supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment preferably within the automotive industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• OEM or parts components supplier experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical and organizational skills a must.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in both exercising company decisions and carrying out essential job duties that affect efficient business operations and its objectives, policies, practices, and conditions.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access.
• Experience with SAP system preferred.
• Knowledge of supply chain and accounting processes and practices

TRC Staffing is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please submit a resume to crystal.espinosa@trcstaffing.com for immediate consideration.