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Job Description What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.” We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team. If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!   Job Purpose: The Supplier Risk Control (SRC) Sr. Specialist will be responsible for leading North America Indirect Procurement’s (NAIP) SRC initiatives to safeguard indirect supply chain’s integrity and operational continuity. This role will monitor, identify, assess, and implement mitigation plans with our suppliers. They will be responsible to monitor risk indicators, facilitate risk assessments, and collaborate with category management teams to execute supplier improvement plans. The SRC Specialist is responsible to support the Supplier Management and Category Management Leads with developing risk strategies, establishing and maintaining process compliance, and innovating NAIP’s Supplier Risk Control program to ensure continuous improvement with our strategic partners and business stakeholders.     Key Accountabilities: Risk Identification and Assessment: Continuously monitor and assess potential risks associated with suppliers, including financial stability, regulatory compliance, and operational performance, to ensure suppliers comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Risk Mitigation: Collaborate with category leaders to develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks and execute contingency plans to address and resolve supply chain disruptions. Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze risk data and generate reports to provide insights into current and emerging supplier risks and maintain clear and effective communication with internal stakeholders and suppliers regarding risk management activities and findings. Continuous Improvement: Leads department-level business plan themes. Demonstrates technical proficiency, business acumen, and uses business knowledge and experiences to solve challenges or identify opportunities on topics within their technical area.     Qualifications, Experience, and Skills: Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent experience A minimum of 2-6 years of experience in either a Purchasing and/or Procurement risk related role or in a field where job knowledge & skills are applicable based on education. Basic knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards that suppliers must adhere to. Specialty knowledge of supply chain dynamics, types of supplier risks, and how supplier risks can impact overall operations. Expertise in assessing and analyzing supplier risk profiles, including financial health, operational capabilities, and regulatory compliance history. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with category management teams and suppliers to foster collaboration and transparency. Problem-solving skills. Applies logic and reasoning as well as utilizes situational analysis to identify root cause and address problems. Project Management skills. Skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively. Focuses on continuous improvement and meeting goals/targets. Can clearly communicate organized thoughts, utilizing oral, written, visual and non-verbal skills to gain support for business needs. Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), and familiarity with using major ERP Systems, such as SAP Ariba. Proficiency in using data analytics tools to monitor and predict supplier risks. Self-motivated, purpose and results driven. Supports company direction and promotes an environment aimed at Honda’s success. Models Honda Philosophy principles and Core Values.     Working Conditions: ~ This is a multi-location/business unit role with an administrative and manufacturing support focus. It may require traveling to Honda facilities, suppliers, and/or training locations across North America. Travel is ~5-10 hours overtime/week    What differentiates Honda and make 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.) ~ Paid Overtime ~ Regional Bonus (when applicable) ~ 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: Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment Lifestyle Account Childcare Reimbursement Account Elder Care Support Wellbeing Program Community Service and Engagement Programs Product Programs Free Drinks Onsite     Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

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