Manager, Project Coordination & Procurement

About the role

The Manager, NA Project Coordination & Procurement plays a pivotal role in Hyundai's strategic partnerships and alliances by identifying cost-competitive initiatives and accelerating the localization of parts across North and South American operations. This role coordinates with Project Teams, domestic and international Purchasing, and Cross-Functional Teams to drive localization performance towards tariff mitigation objectives.

Responsibilities

• Function as key point of contact for the Project Team Evaluation Committee, planning and coordinating all project activities.
• Develop project tracking timelines with key milestones and events for all collaboration activities.
• Coordinate with Project Team counterparts to identify key components and materials in the Americas for joint sourcing opportunities and to improve supply chain agility.
• Maintain overall project status files and provide group Executive leadership with regular updates on progress and potential roadblocks in key activities.
• Engage cross-functional teams in supplier selection, development, and evaluation processes and closely work with regional coordinators & purchasing teams.
• Cross-coordinate project status updates with HMNA PMO and Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) PMO teams to align on overall project status as the joint sourcing activity is one of the collaborative workstreams.
• Support development of documentation for sharing information within the Project Team and obtain Hyundai Legal approval prior to sharing.
• Work closely with Manufacturing and R&D to align joint purchasing localization and cost strategies with engineering, quality, and production teams at each manufacturing site.
• Partners with leadership to develop resolutions of operational and strategic challenges related to localization and supplier performance. Escalates high-impact issues to senior leadership as needed.
• Conduct meetings, as needed, with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree a plus.
• Six or more years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing operations, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Experience with cost optimization and localization strategies is necessary.
• Proven track record in cost optimization, supplier management, and managing the information/activities of international trade regulations.
• Strong understanding of U.S. tariffs and global trade dynamics.
• Proficiency in cost analysis, supplier development, and project management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with procurement systems and data analytics tools.
• Cross-cultural experience is a plus.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach.
• Results-oriented and proactive.
• Collaborative and adaptable in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.