Capex & Procurement Projects Specialist

Blue Bird Fort Valley
402 Blue Bird Blvd
Fort Valley, GA 31030, USA

About Blue Bird Corporation

Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world – 25 million children twice a day – making them the most trusted mode of student transportation.

The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 25,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses sold. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird’s complete product and service portfolio,  .

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. Department support by performing tasks including, but not limited to, Invoice Hold Report, general system maintenance tasks. Supplier negotiations, supplier quote analysis, supplier terms review, and financial modeling to represent the best fully landed cost decision for Blue Bird Purchasing.

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.
• Performs other duties as expected

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 EXPEREINCE:

• 3+ Automotive or manufacturing project management experience, preferred

WE VALUE

• Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.
• Strong project management skills. Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.
• Ability to influence stakeholders
• Ef…