Project Procurement Lead

What Youll Be Doing

• Act as the supply chain owner across the full program lifecycle (RFQ sourcing launch production)

• Establish sourcing decision reviews and track execution through successful program launch

• Align sourcing strategies with program milestones timelines and business objectives

• Monitor project progress timelines and escalate risks across cross-functional teams

• Own BOM cost management for new product launches and program transfers within SCS

• Support supplier benchmarking initiatives including collaboration with global Johnson Electric sites

• Lead and support cross-functional program reviews (SCS Engineering Operations Quality Logistics)

• Serve as the single point of contact for Supply Chain Services within cross-functional teams (CFTs)

• Manage material readiness tooling (if applicable) purchase orders supplier confirmations ERP accuracy and ramp-up planning

• Track procurement-related open issues supplier performance and readiness status to support launch timelines

• Ensure Start of Production (SOP) readiness by identifying and removing bottlenecks

• Partner with Supplier Quality Engineering to support supplier approvals

• Collaborate with Finance to support supplier payments invoices and pre-launch financial requirements

• Provide regular reporting (weekly monthly quarterly) on project and launch status

What Were Looking For

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Supply Chain Business or related field

• 13 years of experience in supply chain with exposure to project/program management

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish

• Familiarity with APQP and program launch processes

• Experience with ERP systems (preferably Oracle) and strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

• Exposure to Power BI or similar reporting tools is an asset

• Knowledge of automotive quality standards preferred

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is essential

• Strong communication coordination and organizational skills

• Ability to work effectively across cross-functional and global teams

• Understanding of direct and indirect materials supporting project execution

How to Apply:
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