Summary

The Development Specialist coordinates and implements parts development, maintains supplier relationships, participates in audits, provides reports to management, and performs research and cost analysis to select appropriate suppliers of automotive parts.

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

• Coordinate parts development and implementation
• Develop detailed project plans, tactical execution, schedules, and cost estimates for assigned projects
• Provide Management overview and report on critical project tasks
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, as well as internal and external customers including Sales Managers, to ensure on-time results
• Communicate regularly with upper management including Headquarters regarding status of current projects
• Conduct Value Engineering analysis for possible cost savings by evaluating production methods and materials
• Review and approve suppliers’ Initial Sample Inspection Report (ISIR) and audit new program suppliers
• Make suggestions for Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) for cost reduction, quality improvement, and lean production
• Review Process Sign-Off (PSO) and Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) for assigned projects
• Review legal documentation such as Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), terms and conditions, and develop documentation according to Mobis policy
• Perform part characteristic analysis and risk analysis, and create Procurement policies
• Review supplier requirements, release quotations, and perform quotation analysis
• 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.)
• Comply with and promote safety in the workplace

Basic Qualifications (The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities desired for this position.)

Education & Experience:

• Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field plus 3 years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management
• OR
  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and technical skills

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Experience in automotive manufacturing environment
• Experience in reviewing commercial legal documentation (LOIs, RFQs, etc.)
• Ability to understand 2D/3D drawings and knowledge of design tools
• SAP experience

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:  None

Working Conditions: 

• Office setting, some walking within and between buildings
• Overtime as needed
• Frequent travel with possible overnight or extended stays
• Working in all Procurement work groups if needed