Powertrain Engine Buyer; Parts Development

Powertrain Engine Buyer (Parts Development) 2170

Engine & Powertrain Sourcing Specialist

Zing Recruiting, in partnership with a leading automotive manufacturer in Savannah, GA, is seeking an Engine & Powertrain Sourcing Specialist to join their team! This is a full‑time role offering relocation assistance and opportunities to work with cutting‑edge EV and ICE powertrain technologies.

• Relocation:
  Available
• Travel:
  Domestic & International (supplier audits, launches, conferences)

• Lead end‑to‑end sourcing activities: RFI/RFP/RFQ, bid packages, bidder conferences, and proposal analysis.
• Negotiate LTAs, tooling, and part pricing; apply should‑cost models.
• Build and manage multi‑year supply bases; maintain accurate supplier databases.
• Drive program milestones and launch gates; ensure ISIR/PPAP adherence for part development.
• Lead cost‑reduction initiatives and risk mitigation to ensure on‑time, on‑quality, on‑cost launches.
• Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration (Engineering, Quality, Production Planning, Procurement).
• Establish target quality levels; implement countermeasures for problematic parts/suppliers.
• Apply APQP, FMEA, SPC, and root cause analysis; ensure supplier readiness and capacity planning.
• Analyze piece price, tooling cost, and total landed cost; create data‑driven sourcing strategies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or Accounting (required).
• 2–5+ years in automotive purchasing, supplier development, or program management (OEM or Tier
  1) preferred.
• Proven experience launching engine/transmission or EV powertrain components with on‑time PPAP.
• Track record negotiating LTAs, achieving cost‑down targets, and stabilizing mass‑production supply.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, stamping, die casting, welding, assembly, paint, chroming, surface treatments, foaming, SMC, extrusion, SMT).
• Fluent in English; bilingual in Korean or Spanish preferred.
• Certifications (preferred):
  Lean/Six Sigma, CQI, ISM CPSM, APQP/PPAP training.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills; thrives in fast‑paced environments.

• Relocation assistance available.
• Opportunity to work with global suppliers and cutting‑edge automotive technology.
• Be part of a collaborative, innovative team driving the future of EV and ICE powertrain sourcing.

Zing Recruiting is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity in all levels of the organization and encourage individuals with disabilities to apply. We are dedicated to providing accommodations for those in need.