Summary of Position:

Costing Specialist will be responsible for developing and executing suppliers on every aspect of tooling, inventory, and quality of raw materials. Responsibility also includes managing projects, reporting/presenting and closely working with Customers (Hyundai, Kia Motors).

Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Research and analyzes technology trends of the Seating System for design and development of new auto seat parts
• Engineering order from customer (Hyundai and Kia Motors) reflection on seat
• Value Analysis /Value Engineering by understanding Assembly Process of Seating System
• Forecast a projected cost and budget report as required by the company.
• Comprehensive report analysis during and end of each projects.
• Implement strategies in minimizing cost to maintain the company’s forecasted budget.
• New product development programs, engage with product management, engineering, and quality of suppliers.
• Maintaining strategic sourcing relationship and developing strong partnerships with suppliers.
• Understanding of manufacturing and affiliate supply processes
• Prepare a contingency plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Skills Required:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills(Korean and English)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Tools (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Experience with SAP preferred
• Decision Making
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Financial Management
• Detail Oriented

Working Experience Required:

• Experience and specialization in Purchase Management.
• 3+ years’ industry experience
• Understanding in shipping and logistics
• Experience in project planning and operations
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Good Multi-tasking skills
  

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement/Engineering or related technical field preferred

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• regularly required to talk and listen
• frequently required to sit, stand, bend at the knees and waist, and walk
• required to use hands to type, handle objects and paperwork
• required to reach and hold on to items at chest level or reach above the shoulder
• May be required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• required to use close vision and be able to focus
• ability to work extended hours as needed
• ability to travel domestic US and/or international if needed