Purchasing Program Manager – NA Serial Powertrain

The North America Powertrain Cost Program Manager (PCPM) will be the ‘Commercial Cost Leader’ for a specific Powertrain, managing all internal stakeholder interfaces and driving implementation of cost savings, mitigation of cost increase risks, and execution of cost recovery for their vehicle, resulting in Total Production Cost (TPC) improvement.

• Lead Purchasing engagement in cross functional forums related to cost
• Manage all commercial cost savings activities generated from system war rooms, plant war rooms, and other similar forums across all internal stakeholders (Brand, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, etc.)
• Drive and manage all commercial cost recovery actions for their specific engine/transmission (Certified Line Shortages Disruptions, Capital Over-recovery, ED&D over-recovery, etc.)
• Drive engagement of cross functional organizations to mitigate specific cost increase risks, minimizing TPC impact, for their specific powertrain
• Manage all commercial cost Governance reporting related to TPC for their specific powertrain
• Ensure all commercial cost savings initiatives from any cross-functional activity are documented in the Material Cost Management (MCM) database and actively managed from idea generation to implementation
• Lead real time monitoring and reporting activities for all commercial cost impacts (Implemented, In-process, Forecast) for their assigned powertrain
• Lead the consolidation of all system should cost gap closure activities to be managed and reported at the vehicle level
• Lead coordination of TPC Warrior Room Report out presentations

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field (ABET accredited)
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant purchasing experience or other disciplines that require significant negotiation/exposure to cost and sourcing processes
• Strong organizational skills; excels in fast-paced, complex environments
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to think and act strategically
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to manage multiple projects
• Results-oriented leader with experience guiding cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills; comfortable with all management levels
• Deep understanding of Group Purchasing business processes
• Proficient in MS Office, SAP, and Qlik Sense

• Previous Purchasing Program Management experience
• Commodity Purchasing experience a plus
• Good understanding of roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders and Purchasing's role within it
• General knowledge of supplier cost structures and cost breakdown analysis
• Business case development skills

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.

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

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.

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch‑Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

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.

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.

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

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.

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