Procurement Sourcing Senior Specialist
American Honda Motor Company, Inc., Raymond, OH, United States
About This Position
The Sr. Commodity Buyer is responsible for the assigned auto part’s (increased complexity) piece price, investment, and annual cost reduction, all of which have significant impact on HDMA financial performance. Establish part and supplier strategies through understanding of the Global and North American supply base, manufacturing process, and critical part design elements. Considering input from key stakeholders, propose the selection of the best cost, quality, development, and delivery supplier. Effectively manage team‑level project roles.
Responsibilities Include
Develop, gain approval, & execute purchasing “Model and Supplier Strategies” for assigned commodities/suppliers between 8‑10 suppliers with $300M‑$500M in annual spend. Commodities/Suppliers are complex in nature
Research and monitor industry trends (sourcing, technology, market price) for development of Model or Supplier Strategies
Gain consensus on new model supplier selection, managing multiple model (13‑17) developments through correlation activity with design and Honda Motor Japan
Responsible for accurate and timely supplier selection & BOM maintenance
Responsible for building supplier relationships
Establish and achieve logical new model cost targets through supplier selection
egotiation with Supplier, Design and Honda Motor (complex commodities)
Responsible for achieving annual mass production cost improvement goals (ACR), between $7M‑$12M
Ensure accurate and timely quotation processing to ensure efficient payment to suppliers at Mass Production timing
Effectively manage projects that support business needs (ACR, GML, Diversity)
Create and implement continuous improvement activities to support Honda lean practices
Mentor and develop entry level associates
Who We Are Seeking
Required Work Experience
2+ Years of relevant experience in Purchasing, Sales, Quality Control, or Engineering (Purchasing preferred)
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain/Business or equivalent relevant experience
Desired Skills
Ability to negotiate based on logic
Manage cost
Manage supplier relationships
Work in teams to build consensus
Solve problems
Manage projects
Analyze blueprints
Additional Position Factors
International travel may be required once or twice a year with an average length of 1‑2 weeks per trip (5%)
Willingness to work overtime due to the cyclical business needs of our NM launches
Open office environment with moderate level of noise and activity
In Office 80%
Regular occurrence of communicating and presenting information in groups for evaluation purposes
Total Rewards
Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
Paid Overtime
Regional Bonus (when applicable)
Industry‑leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
Company Paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
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
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
Lifestyle Account
Childcare Reimbursement Account
Elder Care Support
Wellbeing Program
Community Service and Engagement Programs
Product Programs
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.
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The Sr. Commodity Buyer is responsible for the assigned auto part’s (increased complexity) piece price, investment, and annual cost reduction, all of which have significant impact on HDMA financial performance. Establish part and supplier strategies through understanding of the Global and North American supply base, manufacturing process, and critical part design elements. Considering input from key stakeholders, propose the selection of the best cost, quality, development, and delivery supplier. Effectively manage team‑level project roles.
Responsibilities Include
Develop, gain approval, & execute purchasing “Model and Supplier Strategies” for assigned commodities/suppliers between 8‑10 suppliers with $300M‑$500M in annual spend. Commodities/Suppliers are complex in nature
Research and monitor industry trends (sourcing, technology, market price) for development of Model or Supplier Strategies
Gain consensus on new model supplier selection, managing multiple model (13‑17) developments through correlation activity with design and Honda Motor Japan
Responsible for accurate and timely supplier selection & BOM maintenance
Responsible for building supplier relationships
Establish and achieve logical new model cost targets through supplier selection
egotiation with Supplier, Design and Honda Motor (complex commodities)
Responsible for achieving annual mass production cost improvement goals (ACR), between $7M‑$12M
Ensure accurate and timely quotation processing to ensure efficient payment to suppliers at Mass Production timing
Effectively manage projects that support business needs (ACR, GML, Diversity)
Create and implement continuous improvement activities to support Honda lean practices
Mentor and develop entry level associates
Who We Are Seeking
Required Work Experience
2+ Years of relevant experience in Purchasing, Sales, Quality Control, or Engineering (Purchasing preferred)
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain/Business or equivalent relevant experience
Desired Skills
Ability to negotiate based on logic
Manage cost
Manage supplier relationships
Work in teams to build consensus
Solve problems
Manage projects
Analyze blueprints
Additional Position Factors
International travel may be required once or twice a year with an average length of 1‑2 weeks per trip (5%)
Willingness to work overtime due to the cyclical business needs of our NM launches
Open office environment with moderate level of noise and activity
In Office 80%
Regular occurrence of communicating and presenting information in groups for evaluation purposes
Total Rewards
Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
Paid Overtime
Regional Bonus (when applicable)
Industry‑leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
Company Paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
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
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
Lifestyle Account
Childcare Reimbursement Account
Elder Care Support
Wellbeing Program
Community Service and Engagement Programs
Product Programs
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.
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