Stellantis

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The role supports coordination between the Purchasing function and platform teams (engineering / manufacturing / supply chain) for the development of new programs. This includes responsibility of a dedicated perimeter, supporting the purchasing team during supplier selection, managing suppliers, coordinating multidisciplinary teams during project development, c-arrying out supplier relationships, and ensuring appropriate actions to guarantee observance of contracts. Responsibilities include ensuring purchasing requirements and metrics are met at all program milestones by removing roadblocks, aligning to the program variable and investment targets for purchased components, assessing program capacities, communicating the vehicle program needs so the team can properly support the program, and providing purchasing's input throughout the various milestones of the development cycle (sourcing, launch readiness, post launch supplier issues/recognitions, etc.) to ensure a successful program. This organization functions as the liaison between key program stakeholders (Design Office, Brand, Engineering, Supply Chain, SCE, and Manufacturing) and the Commodity Buying and Supplier Operations teams. The group manages key program elements such as: Sourcing Pipeline, Supplier Industrialization, Program Financial Elements, and Capacitation requests. The scope of engagement begins at early program inception and runs through program build out. The team is organized with a blended focus on Purchasing and Supplier Operations and is broken into three key vehicle phases: Advance, Development, and Current Production. Job Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To • Driving sourcing table decision that meet program and purchasing department objects • Ensuring purchasing requirements and metrics are met at all program milestones by removing roadblocks • Aligning to the program variable and investment targets for purchased components • Assessing program capacities, communicating the vehicle program needs so the team can properly support the program • Providing purchasing's input throughout the various milestones of the development cycle (sourcing, launch readiness, post launch supplier issues/recognitions, etc.) to ensure a successful program • Coordinate supplier kick-off after supplier award is confirmed • Support the buyers in potential volume increases during development • Control and negotiate the impact of changes during development, with a focus on economic negotiations and timing • Detect troubled suppliers and potential shortages then follow up with stakeholders to support escalation • Support Supplier Quality teams to meet capacity and quality convergence targets • Lead summary meetings with suppliers and key internal stakeholders • Work with cross functional specialty teams to manage negotiations Main Deliverables • Purchasing Program Management coordination • Support the purchasing community to source on time, at the best cost and supplier location. • Support to achieve Total Production Cost Targets • Monitor prices and supplier’s capacities during development phase Basic Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related fields • Minimum 8 years of experience in Purchasing or other disciplines that require significant negotiation and/or exposure to sourcing/project management processes • Ability to demonstrate past results achievement and leadership skills while working in cross-functional teams • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Must be comfortable interfacing with all levels of management • Self-motivated • Ability to lead and take ownership of projects • Ability to adapt to urgent requests Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We Help You Plan For The Future With • An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans • An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind. Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: • Tuition reimbursement • Student loan refinancing programs • 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more! When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work. At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. EOE / Disability / Veteran