Purchasing Sr. Specialist (102132)

Legal Entity: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. | Business Unit: BU Parts Service & Technical | Department: DEP Transportation and Cost Planning | Division: DIV Parts | Work Location: Parts Center - Troy Commerce Center Blvd | Shift: 1st | Workstyle: Remote Eligible up to 20% | Career Level: 4 | Job Grade: Exempt-2

About the role

The Purchasing Specialist (EX2) position within Recycling & Spec Control supports the overall mission and goals of American Honda by supporting activities that impact customer (dealer) satisfaction, regulatory compliance, profitability, and resource circularity. This position will either have a lead or supporting role in key areas including recycling, batteries, cores, forecasting and ordering, third party management, audits, LET flashing, KPI tracking, and projects.

Responsibilities

• Battery Support – Refresh, shipping, regulatory, stabilization, and sourcing
• Resource Circularity / Recycling – Support BP projects and department initiatives
• Core Management – Inventory, distribution, and maintenance of core charges
• Forecast & Ordering Support – BEV battery, hybrid battery, ATR, and small core
• Third Party Support – Interaction with third-party providers for goods and services
• Audit Support – IN dealer system document accuracy and department SOP accuracy
• LET Support – Part flashing, LET maintenance, and database support with Japan
• KPI Tracking – Tracking of data, root cause, and countermeasure activities
• Project Support – Lead or support business plan or special projects for the department

Requirements

• BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent experience
• Four to six years of experience in a procurement capacity (preferably in a manufacturing environment)
• Procurement knowledge and forecasting experience (preferably automotive service parts)
• Strong negotiating, planning, and organizing skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Benefits

• Competitive base salary (based on geographic location, work experience, and other variables)
• Paid overtime
• Regional bonus (when applicable)
• Industry-leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and shutdown
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• 401K Plan with company match and additional contribution
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Career mobility and education reimbursement for continued learning
• Training and development programs
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment
• Lifestyle account
• Childcare reimbursement account
• Elder care support
• Wellbeing program
• Community service and engagement programs
• Product programs