Ice Propulsion Thermal System Buyer
Core
Strategic sourcing and cost optimization for Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) components, specifically engine valves, valve seats, and valve guides, supporting the transition to BEV.
Role type
Senior Strategic Buyer (Supply Chain)
Builds
Global supply chain for automotive powertrain components
Domain
Automotive / Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) / Powertrain
Required skills
commercial negotiations, supplier relationship management, cost analytics, sourcing evaluations, strategic sourcing, risk mitigation, cross-functional collaboration, market testing, design competition leadership
Preferred skills
MBA
Technologies
Microsoft Office Tools
Responsibilities
Establish global supplier relationships for engine valves and guides; lead process to source on time and satisfy program targets; drive Best Cost at J1 through initial sourcing and design changes; lead design competitions and market tests; manage supplier emerging significant issues (supply, quality, cost); co-lead commodity strategies for ICE to BEV migration
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC