Job Description
The role involves developing regional strategies for localizing and sourcing battery pack and energy storage components in North America, managing supplier relationships, executing strategic sourcing initiatives, and supporting cost reduction and supply chain optimization efforts within the electric vehicle and energy storage industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop regional strategies for localizing battery pack and Energy Storage (ES) sub-components in North America to support business growth and cost reduction.
- Establish and manage a supply base in North America, including sourcing, onboarding, and negotiating prices with suppliers.
- Execute sourcing strategies for Battery Pack and ES components, ensuring alignment with regional and global teams.
- Implement and track cost reduction initiatives and promote value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) plans for Pack and ES components.
- Manage supply chain cost models, optimize supply chain layout, and analyze cost benchmarks and capacity planning.
- Lead commodity management processes such as APQP, PPAP, and agile squad activities within the region.
- Conduct supplier business reviews and maintain relationships with strategic suppliers.
- Oversee purchasing contracts and order processing activities.
- Benchmark procurement processes and implement best practices in North America.
- Support SAP system setup and integration for North American operations.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure optimal supply chain performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or above in automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, electronics, chemical engineering, or related majors; Master's degree preferred.
- Basic purchasing experience in automotive, Energy Storage, or another manufacturing industry.
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
- Knowledge of automotive industry standards like IATF16949 or VDA, with an understanding of APQP and PPAP processes.
- Market knowledge and intelligence of the supply base in North America (USA, Mexico, Canada), China, and other regions.
- Global sourcing experience and knowledge of global trade rules, import/export regulations, FTA, HS CODE, and components certification such as UL.
- Skilled in contracts and knowledgeable of local tax regulations and laws in the US.
- Ability to demonstrate effective negotiation styles and techniques.
- Strong coordination and collaboration skills with internal customers and stakeholders.
- Strong self-learning ability within new business environments and cultures.
- Experience within battery pack components, power electronics, or related electrification commodities is a plus.
- Excellent spoken and written English language skills.
- Physical ability to perform job duties as required (not explicitly specified but implied for a manufacturing and supply chain role).
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: $65,000 - $75,000 USD
Work environment perks: Exciting and challenging working environment, opportunities for career growth
Additional benefits: Equal opportunity employment, inclusive and diverse workplace culture, opportunities for career progression
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