Assistant Manager - Production Procurement

Description

About Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

The Assistant Manager- Production Procurement collaborates with management in the logistics procurement of goods and services in the US East Coast subsidiaries in Alabama & Georgia, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition and maintaining the highest quality standards. The Assistant Manager will support the procurement of logistic products and services using the subsidiary's combined purchasing power to apply economies of scale, improving supplier management, cross-functional collaboration, cost savings, and continuous improvements.

Responsibilities

• Overall Procurement Activities
  • Assisting in establishing a comprehensive procurement strategy for the East Coast subsidiaries, including automotive parts transportation, C/C, shuttle transportation, etc.
  • Contribute to the creation of standard transportation costs for production logistics
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of procurement processes for automotive parts transportation, warehousing, outsourcing consolidation center, shuttle transportation, material handling, and logistics-related equipment, labor, etc.
  • Aid in the creation of long-term procurement strategies for vendor outsourcing and services
  • Managing the potential automotive logistics vendor pool and standardizing all subsidiaries' processes
  • Supporting overall RFX processes, cost management, contract management, vendor management, and evaluation
  • Assisting in supporting sales activities of each subsidiary through obtaining quotations from vendors
  • Collaborating with management on the unique and specific procurement requirements of subsidiary logistics
  • Assisting in establishing a standard cost management system for each subsidiary and securing unit price competitiveness
  • Responsible for the management of the GPMS in East Coast procurement activities. (GPMS: Glovis Procurement Management System)
• Procurement Status Management
  • Assisting in compiling and aggregating logistics service contract schedules of each East Coast subsidiary
  • Supporting the management of inbound/outbound trucking contract AP costs of each subsidiary regularly
  • Reporting the procurement status of each subsidiary to the manager regularly
  • In charge of the reporting of market and supplier research results to the appropriate leadership regularly
  • Supporting the development of procurement plans and spend analysis for each subsidiary
• Assist the manager in
  • Market Analysis: Research and analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry best practices to inform procurement decisions
  • Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures governing procurement activities
• Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Generate reports and analyze procurement data to provide insights, monitor performance, and support decision-making
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, finance, legal, and other teams
  • Other duties as assigned

Benefits of Working at Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
• Pet Insurance
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Referral Bonuses*
• Auto Allowance*
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Tuition Reimbursement*

*Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy

Qualifications

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong analytics skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions Required
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools, MS Office Suite, and database management Required
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills Required 
• Knowledge of the United States logistics and transportation industry Preferred
• Proved experience with planning and strategy in a large international corporation Preferred
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders Preferred
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and best practices in procurement and supply chain management Preferred
• Critical thinking, planning, problem-solving, and organizational skills Preferred
• Thorough understanding of sourcing and procurement methodologies: including spend analysis, supplier screening, benchmarking, clean-sheet costing, negotiations, supplier performance management, scorecards, contracting, and cost-savings Preferred

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Master's Degree Preferred
• 6 - 9 Years of Direct Experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and/or Logistics Required
• 7 - 11 Years of Direct Experience in Logistics Procurement and Transportation Procurement Preferred 
• Logistics Procurement and/or Transportation Procurement Experience Preferred
• 1 - 3 Years of Supervisory Experience Required
• 4 - 7 Years of Supervisory Experience Preferred
• CPSM, CPIM, CPL, or PMI license or certificate Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
• Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
• Lift up to 20lbs
• Carry up to 20lbs
• Stand/walk

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• This position is located in Irvine, CA office 
• Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.