Sr. Cost Specialist

Assistant Purchasing Program Manager

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development, and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions. Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer globally, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 84-year history. Today, we're looking for energetic people with the potential to perform and the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on. Location: Canton, MI, USA

Yazaki is looking for an Assistant Purchasing Program Manager to join our Purchasing team in Canton, MI. This person assists the Purchasing Program Manager with activities within assigned OEM program(s) from pre-award through launch adhering to GPMS (Global Process Management System) compliance. They are the co-liaison between the Customer Business Unit, Purchasing, Engineering & manufacturing location for purchasing related events including sourcing, contract & supplier readiness. They support in managing and coordinating the key events to help ensure a flawless launch, achieving total enterprise costs & program launch. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative and action-driven environment making lasting impacts on the organization. This position is hybrid.

What you will be doing:

• Assists Purchasing Program Managers with key responsibilities including GPMS Purchasing Task Compliance
• Supports PPM to ensure timely sourcing of Purchased parts identified on BoM to support program MRDs & pre-builds
• Extract reports to support project reporting including ASL, Power BI, ERP & Price Reports
• Supports identifying cost savings opportunities aligning with Category Purchasing, PM & Engineering to achieve Program targets aligned with BU.
• Performs Capacity verification of supplier components in support of Purchasing Program Managers
• Tracks capacity verifications being worked on by program
• Creates ERQ's for new programs (connector configs & sub-assemblies)
• AP Project Overview lead which includes reporting, updating and ensuring accurate data is maintained
• Assists AP Management with department reports and KPI's
• Support overall compliance of all roles & responsibilities aligned with Purchasing & Advanced Purchasing standards and procedures

What you will bring to the table:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Purchasing and/or Program Management related experience
• Knowledge of Program Management tools, pricing and systems
• Ability to work in complex project organization and to understand Purchasing and Program goals and tasks in global & local perspective
• Understanding of automotive market (2nd tier suppliers, OEMs, etc.)

What we can provide you:

• A safe collaborative learning work environment that stimulates creativity and exploration
• Diverse teams of experts
• Resources from around the globe
• Supportive leadership and team members to help you do your best work
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including incentive compensation, 401K match, tuition assistance and a generous holiday schedule
• A hybrid work schedule

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.