Job PurposeThe
Cost Innovation (CI) project lead is responsible for
Cost Reduction(CR) activities for SxS/ATV/PE/L&G products. Implement various CR activities in collaboration with purchasing, production, and GO, and work with the new model development team to achieve business cost targets. Furthermore, as a leader, support organizational management and maximize results.
Key Accountabilities - Leads cost innovation activities described below and support organizational management as a leader. Planning, Execution, Tracking of CI initiatives through implementation.
- New Model Development: Preliminary Cost Planning
Based on the current model costs, proceed with cost planning that includes increasing the added value costs of the new model and defining the CR target. - Centralized management of CR ideas in a database
Utilize Honda's global CR database to manage CR ideas at AH and advance their application to new models. - Promoting CR in mass production design changes
By integrating readily applicable CR ideas with DEB and applying them to mass production, costs can be reduced. - Optimizing manufacturing processes in collaboration with suppliers
Understand the supplier's manufacturing process and optimize the manufacturing process by modifying drawings to make them easier to produce. - Improvement of in-house manufacturing processes
Understand the manufacturing process for in-house parts and optimize the design drawings. - Development of new suppliers
Collaborate on purchasing and develop new suppliers. - Formulation of a parts strategy
Develop procurement strategies and component strategies that incorporate specification evolution. Roadmaps, CI opportunities and communication to support decision making
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills Minimum Educational Qualifications:- Bachelors degree with 8 years of applied work experience.
- Associates and 10+ years of related work experience may be substituted.
Minimum Experience:- Should have 3-5 years development experience.
Other Job-Specific Skills:- Understanding of development procedure.
- Understanding of SEDB (Sales, Manufacturing, R&D, Purchasing) functions.
- Competent drawing and layout skills/techniques, include understanding of CAE principles.
- Competent in creating a plan and schedule.
- Excellent multi-tasking, prioritizing, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to positively influence & motivate team members.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Please Note: Sponsorship for employment visa status for these positions is unavailable. Applicants requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., F-1 CPT/OPT, H-1B, TN, etc.) will not be considered. Working Conditions - Majority of time is in office environment.
- Physical: primarily deskwork, frequent keyboarding.
- Overtime: 10-15 hours overtime per week possible based on project demands and responsibilities. Occasional weekend work.
- Travel: As required depending on project demand, typically less than 25%
What differentiates Honda and makes us an employer of choice? Total Rewards: - Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
- Regional Bonus (when applicable)
- Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
- Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth: - Advancement Opportunities
- Career Mobility
- Education Reimbursement for Continued learning
- Training and Development Programs
Additional Offerings: - Lifestyle Account
- Childcare Reimbursement Account
- Elder Care Support
- Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- Wellbeing Program
- Community Service and Engagement Programs
- Product Programs
