Procurement Specialist (Chassis Parts)

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing and selecting qualified suppliers, negotiating part pricing, and managing supplier relationships for Modular Auto Components, including chassis and front-end systems supporting vehicles production. This role oversees supplier identification, quotation analysis, cost negotiations, supplier evaluation, and sourcing decisions for sub-components such as aluminum casting, stampings, injection-molded parts, welded assemblies and so on.

 

The specialist conducts detailed cost analyses, supports risk assessments and part characteristic evaluations, and ensures procurement documentation is accurate and compliant with MOBIS policies and procedures. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, this position helps secure competitive pricing, maintain strong supplier partnerships, and ensure stable supply and demand operations for EV sub-parts while supporting quality, cost, and delivery objectives.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

 

• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, as well as internal and external customers including Sales Managers, to ensure on-time results
• Review legal documentation such as Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), terms and conditions, and develop documentation according to Mobis policy
• Review supplier requirements, release quotations, and perform quotation analysis
• Perform part characteristic analysis and risk analysis, and create Procurement policies
• Research and secure potential suppliers
• Perform cost analysis for parts, tooling, and other supplier expenses; negotiate prices with suppliers
• Create detailed price breakdown for each product by analyzing the piece price and breaking the price down into its categories (e.g. material, labor and burden, etc.)
• Negotiate supply agreements and cost models with key suppliers, ensure pricing and lead time information is updated
• Comply with and promote workplace safety requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Communication skills: Intermediate
• Strong analytical and technical skills: Requires understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and
• Proficiency in drawing interpretation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

 

AUTHORITY & SCOPE

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None. This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility.

 

Q UALIFICATIONS

(The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and preferred for this position.)

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
• 2+ years of experience in procurement role
• Requires understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and proficiency in drawing interpretation
• Frequent travel with possible overnight or extended stays.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• N/A

Preferred Education, Experience, and Certified / Licenses:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial System Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Supply Chain Management preferred
• Experience within E-powertrain manufacturing/automotive industry preferred
• Experience in automotive manufacturing environment
• Experience in Stamping / Injection / Welding / Painting
• Ability to understand 2D/3D drawings and knowledge of design tools
• Experience in using ERP system (SAP).

 

Physical Working Conditions :

• Office setting, some walking and standing within and between buildings.
• Frequent travel with possible overnight or extended stays (about 20%)
• Working in all Development work groups if needed.
• Must comply with all site safety rules and required personal protective equipment requirements while in manufacturing areas.
• Availability to work extra hours to meet deadlines as required.
• Ability to move across level and uneven surfaces and to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, grasp, push, pull, crawl, climb, and walk.