Senior Procurement Specialist

Senior Procurement (Development) SpecialistSenior Procurement (Development) Specialist performs/manages many key duties in a plant including EO/4M Changes Management, Parts Development, Suppliers' Quality Issue, New Project Development process management and any other issues regarding Supply Chain Issues. Responsibility includes managing all the above for Development through Mass Production Stage.Corporate:Adheres to the HTGSS policies and proceduresLearns, demonstrates and upholds HTGSS Core ValuesComplies with all HTGSS Certification standards; Management System (TS16949), Environmental ISO 14001-2015 and Health and Safety ISO 45001-2018 policies and proceduresTreats all HTGSS team members with respect and professional courtesyAlways strives to maintain a positive work environmentManages the department budget efficiently as per approved annual budgetPerforms additional assignments / duties as assignedEHS:Adhere to all safety policies and proceduresComplies with all safety policies and 5S clean philosophy to maintain a safe, clean working environmentMeets company safety goalsTechnical:Propose or Receipt of 4M/EO Changes and process all required activitiesAnalyze parts quality issue, productivity improvement, part supply issue, cost reduction, parts localization and customers' request etcCheck Cost information for parts change (Investment Cost, Increase/Decrease of unit price, etc.) if necessaryImplement strategies in minimizing cost to maintain the company's forecasted budgetNew Parts Sample T/O and validate effectivenessEPI (Effective Part Information) tracking and management of production line implementation.Collect and evaluate countermeasure regarding suppliers' parts quality issue if necessary.Check effectiveness and F/Proof for Suppliers' countermeasure.Development status follow up from development stage to SOP level for new project.Suppliers' Development process/status check for new project or parts development.Daily/Weekly based Suppliers' inventory status check activities for prevention of part shortage.Analysis forecast and figure out potential risk of Suppliers' part shortage issue in advanceCoordination with suppliers making sure all delivery schedules are met on a timely basis.Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems.Maintain files and keep all records.Establish and build a pleasant relationship with suppliers for future business dealings.Prepare a contingency plan.Reporting:Reports to: Procurement ManagerBenefits:401(k)Healthy InsuranceLife InsuranceSupplemental InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid time offCompetency Requirements:Confidentiality: Adheres to the upmost confidentiality; particularly in regards to handling employment/personal information. Works with the team to insure that all information from within the department is kept private.Multitasking: Must possess the ability to change from one task to another in quick manner based on company needsCommunication: Works to insure respectful, timely, accurate and appropriate communication across all levels of the organization.Initiative: Identifies problems and takes action to address current or future problems. Proactively engages to solve issues verses simply thinking about future actions.Engagement: Engages team members in developing goals, executing plans and delivering results (output). Motivates team members through clear and consistent communication. Models adaptability. Uses collaboration and influence skills to achieve successful outcomes.Leads by Example: Sets a good example for peers to follow.Integrity: Performs in such a way as to inspire a high degree of trust and acceptance amongst co-workers across all departmentsCustomer Service Orientation: Focuses efforts on discovering and meeting the customer's needs. Develops trust in all relationships internally and externally.Organizational and Self Discipline: Efficiently organizes and executes assignments. Demonstrates self-discipline and reliability.Analytical Skills / Problem Solving: Understands situations, problems, or issues by breaking them down into smaller pieces, or tracing the implications of a situation in a step by step way. Systematically organizes the parts of problems. Makes systematic comparisons of data or aspects, prioritizing, planning, and developing countermeasures.Flexibility / Adaptability: Adapts and works effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups. Seeks and appreciates opposing perspectives on issues. Adapts approach as the requirements of the situation change. Changes or easily accepts change in organization or job requirements.Works Safely: Strives for an accident-free workplace. Keeps safety at the "heart" of everything done. Treats safety as a personal responsibility and sees oneself as being responsible for the safety of others.Team Work: Contributes meaningfully to work group efforts by offering new ideas for improvement. Demonstrates a cooperative manner in dealing with supervisors and other team members. Does his/her part toward group effortMutual Respect and Support: Works cooperatively with others. Welcomes and takes advantage of opposing ideas and opinion is always respectful to others.Technical Competency:Displays knowledge & skills necessary to perform assigned duties; understands Processes, procedures, standards, methods and technologies related to assignments; demonstrates functional/technical literacy; participates in measuring outcomes of work; keeps current on new developments in field of expertise: effectively uses available technology (automation, software, etc.)*Applies companywide but are specifically defined per position essential functions.Physical Demands and Work Environment:regularly required to talk and listenfrequently required to sit, stand, bend at the knees and waist, and walkrequired to use hands to type, handle objects and paperworkrequired to reach and hold on to items at chest level or reach above the shoulderMay be required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.required to use close vision and be able to focusability to work extended hours as neededability to travel domestic US and/or international if neededTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its equal opportunity, non-discrimination, anti-harassment policies in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. All employment decisions at Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.Position Requirements and Qualifications:Experience and specialization in Purchase Management.6+ years' industry experienceUnderstanding in shipping and logisticsExperience in project planning and operationsExcellent negotiation skillsGood Multi-tasking skillsEducation:Bachelor's Degree in