Stellantis
Serial Life Purchasing Program Manager
Stellantis, Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States, 48326
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Stellantis The Serial Life North American Purchasing Program Management position is critical in managing the Total Production Cost (TPC) for the specific vehicle program(s) in scope. To drive cost performance, the PPM will closely coordinate activities and stakeholders from Manufacturing, Engineering, Brand, Supply Chain, and Purchasing using multiple tools, including War Room, and TPC Boost Events. The PPM will also be responsible for coordinating and managing all the necessary cross functional activity required to perform Program Extension, Traplines, and managing the sourcing for serial-life programs.
The candidate must have excellent communication skills, strong systems knowledge, and experience navigating cross-functional teams to deliver challenging targets. The PPM will have deep understanding and presence at NA manufacturing plants, as well as well-rounded knowledge of supply base and critical supplier commodities/locations. This requires travel to support the on-site actions to drive cost savings development and execution. Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and cost analysis skills are also critical to success.
Activity description for this role includes but not limited to:
Manages / supports initiatives such as Monozukuri workshops, cost savings initiatives, resourcing, complexity reduction, monthly savings reporting in Total Production Cost (TPC) War Rooms, Traplines, Extensions, Capacity Studies, etc. Interfacing with both internal and external enterprise: Manufacturing, Purchasing, Engineering, Supply Base, and Supply Chain Total Production Cost (TPC) Management: Spearhead efforts to optimize cost, drive performance and strategies for a given vehicle and powertrain direct material cost. Drive supplier cost reductions through Monozukuri and Resourcing Trapline Management: Evaluate, coordinate and control cost impacts for volume, mix and extensions for specific vehicle programs Resourcing Cost / Optimization Strategy: Develop and implement low-cost solutions for supplier direct material costs Sourcing Timing and Cost: Manage sourcing timelines, source package creation and cost targets Cost Recovery: Investigate, decision and coordinate supplier cost recovery (CLS/CLD) due to supplier impacts KPI Reporting: Own and manage the TPC metrics and feedback specific to a given vehicle program(s) Support and manage the Purchasing input and cost roll up for Product / Industrial Governance Committees; actively lead governance communication for vehicle program Supports Executive Report Outs and Program Reviews: Communicate actions and recommendations through War Rooms, Mid-term escalations, Governance, and SVP Leadership escalations for a given vehicle / scope
Main Deliverables Include But Not Limited To
Coordinate / lead trapline and supply base activity, managing sourcing, tooling refurb and CN related activity Execution of cost savings tools, such as Monozukuri, War Room and TPC boosters Implementation of Resourcing strategy, optimizing DMC for a given vehicle Investigate and decision supplier cost recoveries (e.g. certified line shortage / disruption charges) Quick responses to cost and program timing for traplines and bulletins Working closely with Commodity Purchasing teams, study, communicate and manage cost impact of program changes and product actions Coordination and communication development to all levels of leadership and as well as external communication for program changes
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Marketing, Economics, International Business, Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Engineering, or equivalent from an AACSB accredited program; Other technical degrees with business background also considered A minimum of 5 years of relevant purchasing experience or other disciplines that require significant negotiation/exposure to sourcing processes Strong communication, presentation and commodity leadership skills Well organized, self-motivated, with ownership mentality Ability to support all aspects of the commercial relationship with the supply base and key internal stakeholders Must be skilled at relationship building, cost analysis, negotiation (both internal and external), benchmarking, time management and presentations to all levels of management Strong use of MS Office Suite/G Suite
Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We Help You Plan For The Future With
An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
Tuition reimbursement Student loan refinancing programs 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
EOE / Disability / VeteranAt Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. Seniority level
Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Serial Life Purchasing Program Manager
role at
Stellantis 14 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Serial Life Purchasing Program Manager
role at
Stellantis The Serial Life North American Purchasing Program Management position is critical in managing the Total Production Cost (TPC) for the specific vehicle program(s) in scope. To drive cost performance, the PPM will closely coordinate activities and stakeholders from Manufacturing, Engineering, Brand, Supply Chain, and Purchasing using multiple tools, including War Room, and TPC Boost Events. The PPM will also be responsible for coordinating and managing all the necessary cross functional activity required to perform Program Extension, Traplines, and managing the sourcing for serial-life programs.
The candidate must have excellent communication skills, strong systems knowledge, and experience navigating cross-functional teams to deliver challenging targets. The PPM will have deep understanding and presence at NA manufacturing plants, as well as well-rounded knowledge of supply base and critical supplier commodities/locations. This requires travel to support the on-site actions to drive cost savings development and execution. Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and cost analysis skills are also critical to success.
Activity description for this role includes but not limited to:
Manages / supports initiatives such as Monozukuri workshops, cost savings initiatives, resourcing, complexity reduction, monthly savings reporting in Total Production Cost (TPC) War Rooms, Traplines, Extensions, Capacity Studies, etc. Interfacing with both internal and external enterprise: Manufacturing, Purchasing, Engineering, Supply Base, and Supply Chain Total Production Cost (TPC) Management: Spearhead efforts to optimize cost, drive performance and strategies for a given vehicle and powertrain direct material cost. Drive supplier cost reductions through Monozukuri and Resourcing Trapline Management: Evaluate, coordinate and control cost impacts for volume, mix and extensions for specific vehicle programs Resourcing Cost / Optimization Strategy: Develop and implement low-cost solutions for supplier direct material costs Sourcing Timing and Cost: Manage sourcing timelines, source package creation and cost targets Cost Recovery: Investigate, decision and coordinate supplier cost recovery (CLS/CLD) due to supplier impacts KPI Reporting: Own and manage the TPC metrics and feedback specific to a given vehicle program(s) Support and manage the Purchasing input and cost roll up for Product / Industrial Governance Committees; actively lead governance communication for vehicle program Supports Executive Report Outs and Program Reviews: Communicate actions and recommendations through War Rooms, Mid-term escalations, Governance, and SVP Leadership escalations for a given vehicle / scope
Main Deliverables Include But Not Limited To
Coordinate / lead trapline and supply base activity, managing sourcing, tooling refurb and CN related activity Execution of cost savings tools, such as Monozukuri, War Room and TPC boosters Implementation of Resourcing strategy, optimizing DMC for a given vehicle Investigate and decision supplier cost recoveries (e.g. certified line shortage / disruption charges) Quick responses to cost and program timing for traplines and bulletins Working closely with Commodity Purchasing teams, study, communicate and manage cost impact of program changes and product actions Coordination and communication development to all levels of leadership and as well as external communication for program changes
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Marketing, Economics, International Business, Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Engineering, or equivalent from an AACSB accredited program; Other technical degrees with business background also considered A minimum of 5 years of relevant purchasing experience or other disciplines that require significant negotiation/exposure to sourcing processes Strong communication, presentation and commodity leadership skills Well organized, self-motivated, with ownership mentality Ability to support all aspects of the commercial relationship with the supply base and key internal stakeholders Must be skilled at relationship building, cost analysis, negotiation (both internal and external), benchmarking, time management and presentations to all levels of management Strong use of MS Office Suite/G Suite
Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We Help You Plan For The Future With
An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
Tuition reimbursement Student loan refinancing programs 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
EOE / Disability / VeteranAt Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. Seniority level
Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Other Industries Automation Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Stellantis by 2x Get notified about new Purchasing Program Manager jobs in
Auburn Hills, MI . Global Purchasing Manager, Finished Goods
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Novi, MI $110,000.00-$132,500.00 2 days ago Wixom, MI $105,000.00-$140,000.00 1 day ago Novi, MI $90,000.00-$112,500.00 2 weeks ago Sr Strategic Commodity Buyer - Castings/Bearings
Senior Strategic Commodity Buyer- Castings or Bearings & Assemblies- Auburn Hills
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Transformation Management Organization Analyst
Specialist, Direct Procurement - Metal Commodity
Novi, MI $90,000.00-$112,500.00 1 month ago Novi, MI $90,000.00-$112,500.00 3 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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