Parts Development Powertrain Transmission Buyer

Job Description

TRC is partnered with our client in the Automotive Manufacture looking to hire a Parts Development Powertrain Transmission Buyer Specialist!

• Understand sourcing requirements and key milestones to support program launches.
• Identify, assess, and select suppliers in collaboration with Engineering and cross‑functional teams.
• Manage supply base for assigned commodities, including preparing RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs for multi‑year production.
• Create bid packages, host bidder conferences, analyze proposals, negotiate, and recommend suppliers.
• Negotiate long‑term agreements and achieve competitive pricing.
• Lead cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Evaluate and guide supplier selections using “should‑cost” models.
• Direct and support suppliers through the full Parts Development process from concept to end‑of‑life.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

• Minimum 2 years of related experience.
• Automotive industry experience in Purchasing, APQP, PPAP, Supplier Development / Engineering, Launch, Program Management, or related fields.
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, die casting, welding, assembly, paint, chroming, foaming, SMC, extrusion, and SMT.
• Powertrain experience (engines / transmissions) highly preferred.
• Experience with OEMs or major commodity suppliers.
• Strong understanding of piece‑price analysis and cost breakdowns.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.
• Adaptability, willingness to learn, and flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and off‑shift hours.
• Domestic and international travel required.