Specification Control Specialist at American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Marysville, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Attention to Detail, Microsoft Suite, Procurement Systems, Data Analysis Tools, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Relationship Building, Self-Motivated, Results Driven, Collaboration, Change Management, Specification Standardization, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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! About this Position: The Specialist coordinates activities across multiple divisions and stakeholders to drive specification standardization across indirect categories to support Honda Motor’s business transformation and sustainability initiatives. This position plays a key role in optimizing procurement processes, reducing complexity, and enabling data-driven decision-making across multiple spend categories. Responsibilities include: Stakeholder Management: Through Specification Development Council forums, facilitates collaboration between internal (NAIP) and external stakeholders to align on standardization objectives, goals, plans and outcomes. Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyse spend, usage patterns and SKU proliferation to identify duplication and rationalization opportunities Partner with data and analytics teams to develop dashboards, reports and tools for ongoing standardization tracking. Continuous Improvement: Research, identify, analyse and implement improvement opportunities to end-to-end specification standardization processes as well as other NAIP related processes. Change Management: Drive change management activities to ensure adoption of standardized specifications across internal functions. Who we are seeking: Required Work Experience: 3+ years in indirect procurement, supply chain or technical field Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience Desired skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), familiarity with procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, etc.) and data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI) Strong capability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively. Focus on continuous improvement and meeting goals/targets Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with category management teams and suppliers to foster collaboration and transparency 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 Additional Position Factors: On-site, office position 5 hours overtime per week May require traveling to Honda facilities, suppliers, and/or training locations across North America. Travel is < 10% of time. 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 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.

Responsibilities

The Specialist coordinates activities across multiple divisions and stakeholders to drive specification standardization across indirect categories. This position plays a key role in optimizing procurement processes and enabling data-driven decision-making.