Purchasing Project Specialist

Job Summary

Support various improvement/standardization initiatives. Support Sr. Purchasing Manager with Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracking and Cost Measures Reporting. Manage Capex projects for plant expansion and capacity improvements. Ensure ongoing coordination between internal stakeholders: Purchasing, Finance, Engineering, Maintenance, Accounts Payable and Internal Controls.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement projects and cost reduction efforts related to Blue Bird supply chain
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency
• Prepare timely reports and presentations to Finance and Purchasing management highlighting key financial insights
• Maintain files and other documents to support business compliance and ISO certification
• Research and address identified Purchasing gaps related to compliance and risk management
• Create and track supply chain success metrics through advanced business analytics
• Partner with project teams to ensure departmental milestones are met in a timely and accurate fashion
• Track and report MRO Purchasing KPIs and targets for cost measures and supply agreements including but not limited to the Hold Report and Spend Under Contract.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities For Success

• Ability to create and track large data sets, analyze trends, and present to track success over multiple metrics
• Ability to demonstrate intermediate to advanced level skills in MS Office application reporting tools
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present complex data to a wide variety of stakeholders
• Ability to prioritize and perform in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to be organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal customers
• Ability to demonstrate strong project management skills in a high-intensity production environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Basic Education And Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, project management or equivalent experience required.
• 3+ years of experience working as a project specialist or project manager.
• All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ Automotive or manufacturing project management experience, preferred.

WORK CONDITIONS

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Office environment and production environment
• Must work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold and noise
• Frequent weeks working 40+ hours
• Frequent communication with people throughout the day