Project Specialist

Location: EL PASO TX 79912 or Mount Juliet TN 37122 or Smyrna TN 37167 (100% ON-SITE)

Job Description:

Seeking professional expert services to support NAM regional facilities and suppliers.

Roles & Responsibilities include for key areas of support:

• Project Specialist Serve as the main contact across stakeholders mainly plant, project management & procurement.
• Functional Project Leader to coordinate project/procurement activities related to Productivity projects by ensuring the correct deployment of the general project/procurement processes in the plant.
• Propose cost reduction projects/ ideas (Quality value add & Change of supplier) within his/her perimeter in consistency with the Purchasing strategy goals.
• Contribute to the correct financial analytics maintenance via the regular and constant update of financial tools.
• Support the procurement strategy for supplier consultation & selection.
• Support and/or lead all the activities related to the supply qualification system in plant according with the responsibility matrix defined.

Main activities - Sourcing/Procurement:

• iSAVE management/maintenance
• Initiate and manage Request for Quote through SSP-SRM
• Coordinate 3F's, Build Up and Samples as related to Project execution
• ERP update 'Workflows/One Shuttle:
• Update SL, Leadtime's, MoQ, New Part Creation.
• ERP update 'Workflows/One Shuttle:
• Update PIR and Vendor change.
• PO Placement coordination (tools, samples and production)
• Optimize logistics/packaging conditions and requirements according to plant/project needs Project management:
• Coordinate activities related to project needs & procurement activities.
• Oversee risk analysis to align procurement with project targets.
• Drive prioritization activities considering plant/project needs.
• Resolve supplier/plants/cross functional groups conflicts.
• Coordinate part qualification activities.
• Collect productivity improvement ideas from the support functions.
• Plan Productivity Gemba Walks and Productivity Workshops
• Transition initiatives from Idea to execution via preparation of Business Case
• Present Business case before Board of Change Required skills:
• Procurement
• Supplier management
• Cost reduction
• Data maintenance
• Part qualification.
• Business continuity
• Supplier risk mitigation Qualifications:
• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering and/or Supply Chain or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, purchasing or Project Management.
• Advanced English proficiency to thrive in our global environment.
• Spanish language proficiency is preferred but not a must.
• Familiarity with SAP, along with knowledge of engineering/manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, including supplier management, cost analysis, and inventory management.
• Experience with commodities like stampings, sheet metal fabrication, plastics, or electronics.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team.

Other Skills:

• Multicultural experience, teamwork, and digital acumen are highly valued.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel and database management.
• Ways of working: It needs to be defined since the beginning of the commercial relationship depending on the nature of activities.

Required Skills:

• Procurement and supplier management experience.
• Strong cost reduction and financial analysis abilities.
• Project coordination and execution skills.
• Proficiency in SAP and ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel and data management proficiency.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Manufacturing and supply chain experience (3-5 years).
• Risk mitigation and supplier qualification expertise.
• English fluency (Spanish is a plus).
• Procurement & Sourcing – Managing supplier selection, qualification, and cost analysis.
• Supplier Management – Handling supplier relationships, risk mitigation, and business continuity.
• Cost Reduction & Financial Analytics – Proposing and executing cost-saving initiatives.
• Project Management – Leading cross-functional project coordination and execution.
• ERP & SAP Knowledge – Managing procurement data, workflows, and updates in ERP systems.
• Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expertise – Understanding supplier processes, logistics, and inventory management.