• Lead the coordination of the automation team, including design, purchasing, assembly, and fabrication.
• Manage crib inventory of components for projects.
• Support the development of a business case, with technical and financial data.
• Lead the communications with outside component suppliers.
• Manage the Industrialization development process, through the Bendix Gate Approval process.
• Maintain required project documents, including budgets, timelines, open actions, and risks.
• Able to work with site managers, design leads, and assembly staff in the detailed development and implementation of the Automation Implementation Projects.
• Act as a subject matter expert in procurement, costs estimating, and project management.

• Strong understanding of automotive business principles and practices to effectively manage manufacturing, demonstrating bottom-line results.
• Knowledge of QS9000 and ISO14001 systems and requirements.

• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience.
• Project Management experience, including cost justification, accounting controls, scope definition, resource management, and track record for project completion.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related degree is required.