The Make or Buy R&D Specialist drives R&D insourcing strategies within the Value Creation Program, consolidating Supplier Engineering Desing and Development (EDD), other engineering purchased services (PSO), and similar spending while defining insourcing roadmaps.
MAIN ACTIVITIES:
Provide analytical and operational support to the Make or Buy R&D Leader across all phases of the workstream
Consolidate and structure detailed R&D spending data related to EDD, PSO, and similar activities
Develop quantitative analyses covering FTE impacts, cost baselines, savings potential, and competency implications
Support the development, documentation, and comparison of Make or Buy and insourcing scenarios
Interface with Finance, HR, and technical teams to validate assumptions and ensure data consistency
Maintain structured tracking of actions, milestones, and benefits
Support preparation of reporting, dashboards, and governance material for VCP forums
Ensure documentation quality and traceability in line with VCP standards
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Engineering; or related degree
Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience
Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Experience in R&D, finance controlling, or transformation support roles
Proven analytical capability to structure, analyze, and validate detailed cost and resource data
Experience supporting complex, multistakeholder initiatives
Strong skills in data analysis, modeling, and reporting
Ability to support development and comparison of Make or Buy and insourcing scenarios
Good understanding of interfaces between R&D, HR, and Finance
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in workforce analysis or cost optimization projects
Exposure to VCP or similar governancedriven programs
The Make or Buy R&D Specialist drives R&D insourcing strategies within the Value Creation Program, consolidating Supplier Engineering Desing and Development (EDD), other engineering purchased services (PSO), and similar spending while defining insourcing roadmaps.
MAIN ACTIVITIES:
Provide analytical and operational support to the Make or Buy R&D Leader across all phases of the workstream
Consolidate and structure detailed R&D spending data related to EDD, PSO, and similar activities
Develop quantitative analyses covering FTE impacts, cost baselines, savings potential, and competency implications
Support the development, documentation, and comparison of Make or Buy and insourcing scenarios
Interface with Finance, HR, and technical teams to validate assumptions and ensure data consistency
Maintain structured tracking of actions, milestones, and benefits
Support preparation of reporting, dashboards, and governance material for VCP forums
Ensure documentation quality and traceability in line with VCP standards
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
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