What are the responsibilities and job description for the Z1 Product Development Vendor Coordinator position at Z1 MOTORSPORTS INC?
Description
Z1 is seeking a Product Development Vendor Coordinator to facilitate the introduction of Z1 branded products from the conceptualization phase through commercialization. This role will serve as a critical link between our engineering team and third-party manufacturing representatives. In this role, you will manage communications, ensure alignment on project specifications, and facilitate smooth production processes for our in-house designed automotive parts. Success in this role is the ability to communicate well with multiple personality types, juggle and prioritize many daily tasks, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
This job is 100% onsite in Carrollton, GA.
Responsibilities:
· Act as a primary point of contact between the engineering team and third-party vendor representatives.
· Coordinate the exchange of technical specifications, design requirements, and production timelines to ensure seamless collaboration.
· Assist in negotiating timelines and production expectations with vendors to meet company deadlines.
· Help maintain project timelines.
· Collaborate with the engineers and quality control team to ensure manufactured parts meet our in-house design standards.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, supply chain management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
· Experience in vendor coordination, project management, or managing many daily tasks
· Strong communication skills, with the ability to bridge technical and operational conversations effectively.
· Skilled in PC usage and associated software including Microsoft Office.
· Ability to work in a fast-paced, results oriented, environment.
· Driven personality with the desire to learn.
Desired Qualifications:
· Experience with global manufacturing.
· Familiarity with automotive parts and manufacturing processes
· Basic understanding of engineering drawings, CAD files, or technical specifications.
· Experience with project management software, (e.g., Jira).
· Automotive Enthusiast with automotive technical knowledge.
· Ability to turn a wrench
Physical Demands:
· Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods
· Must be able to lift 40lbs.
