Manage procurement activities for plant expansion, construction, maintenance, equipment, MRO, and other indirect materials and services.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify, evaluate, and select qualified domestic and global suppliers.
Conduct cost analysis, cost benchmarking, and cost-reduction activities to improve procurement and investment efficiency.
Obtain and evaluate quotations for goods, services, construction, installation, and related project requirements.
Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and contractors regarding pricing, scope, terms, schedules, and other contractual conditions.
Lead contract negotiation and execution for MEPA, EPC, and other major procurement agreements.
Develop and improve contract templates, commercial terms, and procurement conditions to support project and operational requirements.
Create, issue, and track purchase orders through completion.
Manage supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance related to quality, cost, delivery, and service.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to identify purchasing requirements and provide procurement support throughout the sourcing and purchasing process.
Support vendor onboarding and new supplier registration activities.
Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to address invoice and payment-related issues.
Prepare and analyze monthly purchasing history, spend, sourcing, and procurement activity reports.
Perform rotational assignments within the Indirect Procurement function, including equipment and MRO purchasing responsibilities.
Lead or participate in cross-functional task force teams to improve procurement competitiveness in Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD).
Ensure procurement activities are completed in accordance with applicable Company policies, procedures, contractual requirements, and business objectives.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required.
Minimum of 7 years of relevant procurement or supply chain experience, including significant experience supporting construction-related procurement such as factory construction, architectural, electrical, engineering, or similar capital projects.
Experience with global sourcing and procurement activities involving construction contractors, suppliers, vendors, purchase orders, settlements, and contracts.
Demonstrated experience conducting cost analysis and evaluating procurement cost structures.
Experience negotiating commercial terms and managing supplier or contractor agreements.
Experience supporting large-scale construction, manufacturing, or capital investment projects preferred.
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to collaborate with global headquarters, international sites, and suppliers across multiple time zones.
Skills
Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, indirect procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate cost structures, quotations, and procurement data.
Sound judgment and data-driven decision-making ability.
Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, contractors, and global stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Why should you work here?
Growth - You are a self-driven individual who seeks and captures the opportunities for growth we offer by acquiring and solving tasks.
Challenge - You reach beyond expectations and strive for innovative methods beyond the traditional.
Action - You are driven, take initiative, can execute decisions with agility and fulfill tasks to completion.
Collaboration - You are enthusiastic about teamwork while respecting the different backgrounds and experience of colleagues.
EEO Statement
LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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About LG Energy Solution Arizona
Manufacturing
Arizona-based manufacturing subsidiary of LG Energy Solution producing cylindrical batteries for the clean energy transition since 1992.
