Zing Recruiting
Powertrain Engine Buyer (Parts Development) 2170
Zing Recruiting, Ellabell, Georgia, United States, 31308
Powertrain Engine Buyer (Parts Development) 2170
Engine & Powertrain Sourcing Specialist
Zing Recruiting, in partnership with a leading automotive manufacturer in Savannah, GA, is seeking an
Engine & Powertrain Sourcing Specialist
to join their team! This is a full‑time role offering relocation assistance and opportunities to work with cutting‑edge EV and ICE powertrain technologies.
Job Summary
Relocation: Available
Travel: Domestic & International (supplier audits, launches, conferences)
Responsibilities
Lead end‑to‑end sourcing activities: RFI/RFP/RFQ, bid packages, bidder conferences, and proposal analysis.
Negotiate LTAs, tooling, and part pricing; apply should‑cost models.
Build and manage multi‑year supply bases; maintain accurate supplier databases.
Drive program milestones and launch gates; ensure ISIR/PPAP adherence for part development.
Lead cost‑reduction initiatives and risk mitigation to ensure on‑time, on‑quality, on‑cost launches.
Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration (Engineering, Quality, Production Planning, Procurement).
Establish target quality levels; implement countermeasures for problematic parts/suppliers.
Apply APQP, FMEA, SPC, and root cause analysis; ensure supplier readiness and capacity planning.
Analyze piece price, tooling cost, and total landed cost; create data‑driven sourcing strategies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or Accounting (required).
2–5+ years in automotive purchasing, supplier development, or program management (OEM or Tier 1) preferred.
Proven experience launching engine/transmission or EV powertrain components with on‑time PPAP.
Track record negotiating LTAs, achieving cost‑down targets, and stabilizing mass‑production supply.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, stamping, die casting, welding, assembly, paint, chroming, surface treatments, foaming, SMC, extrusion, SMT).
Fluent in English; bilingual in Korean or Spanish preferred.
Certifications (preferred): Lean/Six Sigma, CQI, ISM CPSM, APQP/PPAP training.
Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills; thrives in fast‑paced environments.
Benefits
Relocation assistance available.
Opportunity to work with global suppliers and cutting‑edge automotive technology.
Be part of a collaborative, innovative team driving the future of EV and ICE powertrain sourcing.
Zing Recruiting is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity in all levels of the organization and encourage individuals with disabilities to apply. We are dedicated to providing accommodations for those in need.
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Zing Recruiting, in partnership with a leading automotive manufacturer in Savannah, GA, is seeking an
Engine & Powertrain Sourcing Specialist
to join their team! This is a full‑time role offering relocation assistance and opportunities to work with cutting‑edge EV and ICE powertrain technologies.
Job Summary
Relocation: Available
Travel: Domestic & International (supplier audits, launches, conferences)
Responsibilities
Lead end‑to‑end sourcing activities: RFI/RFP/RFQ, bid packages, bidder conferences, and proposal analysis.
Negotiate LTAs, tooling, and part pricing; apply should‑cost models.
Build and manage multi‑year supply bases; maintain accurate supplier databases.
Drive program milestones and launch gates; ensure ISIR/PPAP adherence for part development.
Lead cost‑reduction initiatives and risk mitigation to ensure on‑time, on‑quality, on‑cost launches.
Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration (Engineering, Quality, Production Planning, Procurement).
Establish target quality levels; implement countermeasures for problematic parts/suppliers.
Apply APQP, FMEA, SPC, and root cause analysis; ensure supplier readiness and capacity planning.
Analyze piece price, tooling cost, and total landed cost; create data‑driven sourcing strategies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or Accounting (required).
2–5+ years in automotive purchasing, supplier development, or program management (OEM or Tier 1) preferred.
Proven experience launching engine/transmission or EV powertrain components with on‑time PPAP.
Track record negotiating LTAs, achieving cost‑down targets, and stabilizing mass‑production supply.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, stamping, die casting, welding, assembly, paint, chroming, surface treatments, foaming, SMC, extrusion, SMT).
Fluent in English; bilingual in Korean or Spanish preferred.
Certifications (preferred): Lean/Six Sigma, CQI, ISM CPSM, APQP/PPAP training.
Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills; thrives in fast‑paced environments.
Benefits
Relocation assistance available.
Opportunity to work with global suppliers and cutting‑edge automotive technology.
Be part of a collaborative, innovative team driving the future of EV and ICE powertrain sourcing.
Zing Recruiting is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity in all levels of the organization and encourage individuals with disabilities to apply. We are dedicated to providing accommodations for those in need.
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