Project Planner will serve as a strategic partner to the North America Chassis Purchasing leadership team, enabling disciplined execution, robust prioritization, and executive‑ready reporting across a range of high‑impact workstreams. This role will drive structured planning, data‑based decision‑making, and organizational alignment across topics such as tariff management and mitigation, TPC / should‑cost analysis, performance tracking, and cross‑functional program execution.
This position is ideal for an individual who thrives in fast‑moving environments, can bring order to complexity, and enjoys working across a broad group of stakeholders—from engineering to cost, finance, suppliers, and purchasing leadership. The role will have significant leadership visibility and will temporarily assume continuity responsibilities for certain key strategic workflows—ensuring business rhythm, reporting cadence, and decision support remain uninterrupted.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or a related field
8 years of experience in purchasing, program management, cost analysis, or strategic planning (automotive experience strongly preferred)
Strong analytical and financial acumen; proven ability to work with complex cost structures, should‑cost models, or large datasets
Expert‑level PowerPoint skills and ability to craft senior‑executive‑ready materials with clear narratives and strategic framing
Exceptional organizational discipline—creates structure, anticipates needs, and delivers high‑quality output under tight timelines
Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities across cross‑functional teams
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting TPC, should‑cost, cost engineering, or supplier negotiations
Understanding of global trade impacts, tariffs, or sourcing footprint dynamics
Experience in a high‑visibility environment or roles requiring interaction with VP, C‑suite, or CEO‑level forums
Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:
An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan refinancing programs
18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.