Project Manager I, New Product Development Procurement
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Job Description
What starts with YOU, moves the world!
Hyster-Yale Group, Inc. (HYG), a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Project Manager I, NPD Procurement at our Greenville, NC Headquarters office.
What you will do:
The New Product Development (NPD) Project Manager will have overall Project Management responsibility for Procurement and Parts sourcing activities in support of Product Development.
This position has ultimate responsibility for assurance of Project and Product cost and timing of Purchased Components and Assemblies for New Product Development. This responsibility includes working with cross-functional project team member, Category Managers, and Strategic Sourcing Managers, in achievement of component cost targets, tooling budgets, sourcing strategies, project schedules and project milestones.
Monitor status and expedite completion of various activities to assure that the Procurement and Supply organization is supporting project timing, material cost objectives and Review Gate deliverables.
Position is accountable for procurement and prototype requirements.
Manage all prototype parts required to support product development projects.
Provide status updates to Procurement management as requested.
Who you are:
An energetic, highly motivated manager who can work in a fast-paced environment and will have a positive influence as a leader.
Responsible for working with preferred suppliers on new projects assuring proper agreements are in place. (i.e., project development agreement, non-disclosure agreements)
Assure parts are sourced with preferred supply base. Work with Strategic Sourcing Manager on alternate sourcing solution, where capability is not available in the preferred supplier list.
Develop proactive escalation plans to avoid project derailment.
What you will need:
BS/BA in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance or Business. PMP & CPM certifications preferred.
Minimum 5 years of working in manufacturing or new product development environment. With at least 1 year of prior experience in a procurement role.
Skills, Experience & Abilities
The incumbent must be a strong communicator, with diverse groups of people throughout HYG's global operations, under stressful conditions, and must have good organizational skills with regard to work priorities and project-management requirements. MS Office
Strong Project management skills
Must be able to influence critical elements and activities within the project and be capable of reporting "unpopular" and / or controversial positions to project and procurement management.
Diplomacy and negotiation skills must always be exercised, even in difficult situations. This individual must be capable of effectively handling multiple projects and being able to provide detailed cost-benefit analysis to back sourcing decisions made in support of the projects being managed.
Who we are:
HYG designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services a complete range of application-tailored lift trucks, attachments and fuel cell solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials. As a global leader in the Materials Handling industry, HYG have been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 90 years.
What we offer:
Hyster-Yale Group offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).
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Job ID
JC136
Employment Type
Full time
Work Hours
40
Travel Required
Primary Location
HYG US Greenville, NC (Headquarters)
Address
1400 Sullivan Drive
Zip Code
27834
Field-Based
No
Relocation Assistance Available
No
We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.
