Sales Specialist at Hyundai Transys Georgia Powertrain, Inc – West Point, Georgia

Responsible for leading the Logistics side of purchasing activities, supplier selection and order placement.

Essential Functions

Corporate:

EHS:

• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures
• Complies with all safety policies and 5S clean philosophy to maintain a safe, clean working environment
• Consistently meets company safety goals

Technical:

• Monitors and troubleshoots U.S. Custom tariff issues and cooperate with Hyundai Transys to match HTS code and Certification of Origin.
• Respond to CF-28 (Request for Information) and CF-29 (Notice of Action) ruling request, analyze the reason for the CBP inquiry and gather necessary documentation to avoid potential penalties. If necessary, contact a customs expert to determine if the action should be accepted or if a protest should be filed.
• Manages USMCA Originating Value Affidavit Certificate every month and current Tariffs.
• Work closely with HQ Logistics Team.
• Responsible for selecting forwarding logistics vendor for equipment and other goods transportation.
• Select storage and warehousing vendors.
• Select vendors by considering price, schedule and delivery as well as past supplier performance.
• Negotiate terms and conditions including material price with vendors for New Projects
• Be able to write contracts.
• Communicate with all group leaders and team members concerning new projects.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Leadership:

• Documents all activities in a timely manner
• Works well with others and promote a positive team-orientated work environment
• Demonstrates an active understanding of policies
• Promotes Department goals by supporting department objectives towards continuous improvement
• Maintain confidentiality

Education

• High School/GED
• 4 Year Bachelor Degree or comparable background of work related experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Economics or Finance

Reporting

• Reports to: Purchasing Assistant Manager or designee
• Direct Reports: 0

Competency Requirements

Communicates critical issues to Team Leader, Group Leader, Asst. Manager or Manager in a timely manner; cooperate in creating a positive work environment; gives input to achieve improvements with Leadership; works to meet unit/department goals; work with Leadership (as assigned) to develop and implement countermeasures to eliminate root cause and prevent problem recurrence; provide data as needed.

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Communication: Works to insure respectful, timely, accurate and appropriate communication across all levels of the organization.
2. Initiative: Identifies problems and takes action in light of this identification to address current or future problems. Proactively does things and does not simply think about future actions.
3. Engagement: Engages team members in developing goals, executing plans and delivering results (output). Motivates team members through clear and consistent communication. Models adaptability. Uses collaboration and influence skills to achieve successful outcomes.
4. Leads by Example: Sets a good example for subordinates to follow. Does not ask subordinates to do anything he/she is not willing to do.
5. Customer Service Orientation: Focuses efforts on discovering and meeting the customer’s needs. Develops trust in all relationships internally and externally.
6. Work Habits: Efficiently organizes and executes assignments. Demonstrates self-discipline and reliability.
7. Analytical Skills / Problem Solving: Understands situations, problems, or issues by breaking them down into smaller pieces, or tracing the implications of a situation in a step-by-step way. Systematically organizes the parts of problems. Makes systematic comparisons of data or aspects, prioritizing, planning, and developing countermeasures.
8. Flexibility / Adaptability: Adapts and works effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups. Seeks and appreciates opposing perspectives on issues. Adapts approach as the requirements of the situation change. Changes or easily accepts change in organization or job requirements.
9. Works Safely: Strives for an accident-free workplace. Keeps safety at the “heart” of everything done. Treats safety as a personal responsibility and sees oneself as being responsible for the safety of others.
10. Team Work: Contributes meaningfully to work group efforts by offering new ideas for improvement. Demonstrates a cooperative manner in dealing with supervisors and other team members. Does his/her part toward group efforts.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCY*

Displays knowledge & skills necessary to perform assigned duties; understands Processes, procedures, standards, methods and technologies related to assignments; demonstrates functional/technical literacy; participates in measuring outcomes of work; keeps current on new developments in field of expertise: effectively uses available technology (automation, software, etc.)

*Applies companywide but are specifically defined per position essential functions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position is in an office environment.

Physical Task

Demand

Remark

Physical Task

Demand

Remark

Stand / Walk

Occasional (6-33%)

Forceful Grip

Rare (1-5%)

Sit

Constant (>67%)

Fine Manipulation

Constant (67-100%)

Computer work

Bend/Stoop/Squat

Rare (1 - 5%)

Lift

Rare (1 – 5 reps)

15 lb max(package)

Forward Reach

Rare (1-5%)

Carry

Rare (1 – 5 reps)

15 lb max (package)

Overhead Reach

Rare (1 - 5%)

Push / Pull

Rare (1 – 5 reps)

10 lb max

Position Requirements and Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in purchasing related experience (Automotive industry preferred)
• Knowledge of Purchasing guidelines and programs
• Knowledge of U.S. Custom regulations and recommendations
• Experience with Purchasing systems
• Self-motivation and ability to work with little direction
• Excellent oral communication and listening skills
• Outstanding organizational skills

Software Skills Required

• MS-Excel
• MS-PowerPoint
• MS-Word
• MS-Outlook
• SAP
• VAATZ

Other Information

• Position may require domestic or international travel.
• Flexibility in working hours to include nights, weekends and holidays as required.
• OT required as needed.
• Tier-1 Automotive Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Cross Cultural Experience is preferred