Make or Buy R&D Support
Stellantis · Auburn Hills, MI · Today
FinanceFull-time
The Make or Buy R&D Specialist drives R&D insourcing strategies within the Value Creation Program, consolidating Supplier Engineering Desing and Development (EDD), other engineering purchased services (PSO), and similar spending while defining insourcing roadmaps. Main Activities Provide analytical and operational support to the Make or Buy R&D Leader across all phases of the workstreamConsolidate and structure detailed R&D spending data related to EDD, PSO, and similar activitiesDevelop quantitative analyses covering FTE impacts, cost baselines, savings potential, and competency implicationsSupport the development, documentation, and comparison of Make or Buy and insourcing scenariosInterface with Finance, HR, and technical teams to validate assumptions and ensure data consistencyMaintain structured tracking of actions, milestones, and benefitsSupport preparation of reporting, dashboards, and governance material for VCP forumsEnsure documentation quality and traceability in line with VCP standards Basic Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Engineering; or related degreeMinimum 10 years of relevant professional experienceFluent in English (written and spoken)Experience in R&D, finance controlling, or transformation support rolesProven analytical capability to structure, analyze, and validate detailed cost and resource dataExperience supporting complex, multi‑stakeholder initiativesStrong skills in data analysis, modeling, and reportingAbility to support development and comparison of Make or Buy and insourcing scenariosGood understanding of interfaces between R&D, HR, and Finance Preferred Qualifications Experience in workforce analysis or cost optimization projectsExposure to VCP or similar governance‑driven programs Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We Help You Plan For The Future With An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plansAn employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind. Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: Tuition reimbursementStudent loan refinancing programs18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more! When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work. At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. EOE / Disability / Veteran