Sr. Procurement Specialist

Senior Procurement Specialist

Location: Marysville, Ohio

Workstyle: Hybrid / Remote

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda

Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it's a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals.

At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company which serves as a source of "power" that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize "the joy and freedom of mobility" by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a "zero environmental footprint."

We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

If your goals and values align with Honda's, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

About this Position:

The Sr. Procurement Specialist establishes and manages the processes of all MRO inventory commercial master data across Honda's North American facilities. This associate supervises a team of 6 contingent associates who carry out material data processing (price, maker, lead time, etc.). The Sr. Procurement Specialist is also responsible for managing category spend of approximately $50M through theme development, strategic management and stakeholder alignment is expected to bring spend within their category under procurement management. Through process improvement related to material data maintenance (including inventory and catalog), execution of strategic market analysis and sourcing events, and supplier management activities, s/he is responsible to achieve optimal cost reduction and mitigated material risk to key plant stakeholders.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership, direction and ensure daily management for NAIP Catalogs & the Material Master Data Management team - implement process optimization themes.
• Establish and maintain processes related to new part commercial data setup, Part Discontinues/Substitutions, and Catalog administration, and effectively report key metrics related to the throughput of each process
• Manage Supplier Performance / Development / Risk/ Support Segmentation
• Theme development, strategic management and stakeholder alignment is expected to bring spend within their category under procurement management by effective sourcing and contract execution
• Lead the team to establish and meet category SEQCDM performance targets and measures, monitor progress and implement countermeasures when necessary
• Manage project implementation and oversee projects and business plan items, monitors progress and adjusts direction as needed
• Effectively sell ideas, negotiate, collaborate, and build consensus across Honda North America sites (Mfg., Sales, R&D); Apply key customer (upstream, downstream, and end-user) viewpoint in all category activities. Establish, understand, and communicate Total Cost of Ownership to all parties; Build a network of productive relationships across AHM/HDMA to achieve category plans and targets.

Who we are seeking:

Required Work Experience:

* A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in either a purchasing and/or procurement related role or in a field where job knowledge & skills are applicable based on education

* Intermediate to advanced computer skills including working knowledge of microsoft suite to include word, excel, powerpoint, etc.

* Advanced knowledge with SAP, Ariba or major erp system(s)

* Fundamental data and financial analysis skills, and ability to synthesize information into various settings including negotiations, presentations, etc.

* Focus on process improvement philosophies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)

* Foundational project management and team leadership skills including ability to meet deadlines, manage change, and motivate others.

* Strong communication skills to various audiences

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience

Additional Position Factors:

• Workstyle: Hybrid / Remote
• Travel: 25%

At Honda, you will play a key role in our journey to become a company that society wants to exist now, and in the future. Your endless curiosity will drive innovation and your courageous spirit will challenge the status quo. We believe having a workforce made up of diverse thinkers and innovators makes us a better Honda. Respect for each other and respect for diversity each and every day drives our associates to contribute at the highest level and work effectively in a team environment. We make the dream of mobility a reality with our innovative and high-quality products. Together, we Bring the Future to our customers, associates, and communities. We are Honda!

What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards:

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• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual Bonus
• Overtime Pay
• Industry leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, paid holidays, sick time, personal days
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth:

• Advancement opportunities
• Career mobility
• Education reimbursement for continued learning
• Training and Development programs

Additional Offerings:

• Wellbeing program
• Community service and engagement programs
• Product programs
• Free drinks onsite

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.