Sr. Specialist, Project Steering & Control
Core
Lead project coordinator and senior purchasing subject matter expert for new vehicle programs, managing sourcing strategies, supplier readiness, and launch execution from early project phase through production.
Role type
Senior IC project buying and program management specialist
Builds
New electric pickup trucks and rugged SUVs (Scout brand)
Domain
Automotive manufacturing, electrification, and global supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (vehicle programs)
Required skills
cost analysis, negotiation, business acumen, project planning, supplier management, program management, manufacturing process knowledge, financial reporting, stakeholder communication
Preferred skills
advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes and tooling, experience with forward sourcing, localization strategies
Technologies
MS Word, PowerPoint, MS Outlook, Excel
Responsibilities
Serve as senior purchasing subject matter expert supporting vehicle program activities and sourcing decisions; establish methods for accurate reporting of vehicle project status to management; build communication networks between project structures in Germany, US, and Novi; drive early phase supplier concept competitions and RFQs; support tooling investment analysis and launch cost planning; ensure accurate tracking of part costs and reporting to Finance; resolve supply or cost issues with suppliers; manage project timelines and milestones; organize workshops with internal and external stakeholders.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC