Procurement Senior Specialist at American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Job DescriptionWhat Makes a Honda, is Who makes a HondaHonda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one.  We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success.  We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!Job PurposeThe Procurement Sr. Specialist through theme execution / implementation, strategic management and stakeholder alignment is responsible to bring spend within their category under procurement management.  Additionally, the Specialist will regularly engage with the business stakeholder community, lead strategies to achieve optimal cost reduction, and ensure the management of supplier relationships and risk.  This position is directly responsible for owning the relationships with key site and stakeholder leadership. The Specialist will be responsible for the implementation of sourcing strategies and collaboration with internal business partners and suppliers to reduce risks and costs for Honda. The Specialist is accountable to identify, set, and manage metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery. The Specialist drives results through the creation and management of competitive bidding processes and analyzation of data and market trends. The Specialist is responsible to plan for the category, driving/implementing initiatives, communicating and influencing customers and suppliers at all levels.  The Specialist must work collaboratively, exhibit a strong sense of urgency to meet customer timelines, exhibit an intense curiosity/learning drive, successfully operate in a fast-paced environment, engage/influence key stakeholders, be extremely customer-focused, and continuously develop their business acumen. Must be able to successfully manage multiple projects, as well as timely completion to meet the business’ objectives.Key AccountabilitiesManage Supplier Performance / Development / Risk/ Support SegmentationExecute the Strategic Sourcing Function in Alignment with CategoryMeet category SEQCDM performance targets and measures, monitor progress and implement countermeasures when necessaryResponsible for project implementation and oversight of projects and business plan items, monitors progress and adjusts direction as neededShare ideas, negotiate, collaborate, and build consensus across North America sites  Apply key customer (upstream, downstream, and end-user) viewpoint in all category activities Build a network of productive relationships across AHM / HDMA to achieve category plans, targets and compliance.Qualifications, Experience, and SkillsMinimum Educational Qualifications:Bachelor Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field or equivalent experienceMinimum Experience:A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in either a Purchasing and/or Procurement related role or in a field where job knowledge & skills are applicable based on educationOther Job-Specific Skills:Basic computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft suite to include word, excel, PowerPoint, etc.  Familiarity with sap, Ariba or major ERP system(s)Basic understanding of commercial terms / conditions and identifying / negotiating master agreement requirements; ability to identify engagement risk factors and ensure commercial contracts and legal agreements appropriately mitigate risk and protect Honda.Understanding of, and experience with, multi-step strategic sourcing processes and category management strategiesAble to explain complex data in an understandable manner for a wide range of audiencesImplement long-term development strategies for categoryCommunication / negotiation skills for various audience levelsJob DimensionsNo. of Direct Reports:      0No. of Indirect Reports:   0Financial Dimensions:     All category spend projects >$25k; business users’ budgets – analyse and reduce. Liability and insurance risk high level assessment, total cost of contract ownership including hard and soft costs, commodity/labor marketsDecisions ExpectedSelection of proper Category Strategies to maximize spend under management and total value for indirect goods and servicesIdentify strategies to support SEQCDM performance target achievement and monitor progress / perform Gap Analysis; identify optimum negotiation strategy.Identify the AHM/HDMA business units with which to apply sourcing themes and establish appropriate networkWorking ConditionsOn-site role Up to 25% Travel – Ability to Travel on Short Notice for N.A. Support~5 Hours per Week OTWhat differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?Total Rewards:Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)Paid OvertimeRegional Bonus (when applicable)Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx) Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdownCompany Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401K Plan with company match + additional contributionRelocation assistance (if eligible)Career Growth:Advancement OpportunitiesCareer Mobility Education Reimbursement for Continued LearningTraining and Development Programs Additional Offerings:Tuition Assistance & Student Loan RepaymentLifestyle AccountChildcare Reimbursement AccountElder Care SupportWellbeing ProgramCommunity Service and Engagement ProgramsProduct 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.