Role Overview: The Cost Innovation (CI) project lead – Purchasing is responsible for driving Cost Reduction (CR) activities across SxS/ATV/PE/L&G products.
Key Responsibilities: Manage CR ideas using Honda’s global database, promote cost-saving design changes in mass production, optimize manufacturing processes with suppliers, develop new supplier partnerships, and formulate parts procurement strategies.
Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s or Associate degree with 5+ years of experience, or 9+ years of relevant work. 1-3 years in procurement, supplier development, or purchasing required. Must understand procurement processes, cost estimation, and cross-functional operations. Strong communication, multitasking, decision-making, and team motivation skills are essential.
Work Environment & Rewards: Primarily office-based with deskwork, occasional travel, and some overtime. Benefits include competitive salary, bonuses, comprehensive health plans, retirement plans, career development opportunities, and additional support programs.
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