Purchasing Specialist (MRO, Service, Construction)

ABOUT SK BATTERY AMERICA

Come join us and build your future with SK Battery America.

SK Battery America is the world's leading battery manufacturer for electric vehicles. We produce the safest, fastest-charging and longest-lasting batteries which will be installed in the Ford F-150 Lightning and Volkswagen ID.4.

Since 2019, we have invested a total of $2.9 billion to build EV battery plants in Commerce, Georgia, creating 3,000+ highly-skilled American jobs by 2023. Building a new chapter in automotive history, we are opening new possibilities and taking great pride in the talented people who drive our growth.

Role and Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading the full range of procurement processes
• Develops, implements and manages contracts and service level agreements for the procurement of goods, services and leases
• Effective communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Deep understanding of contracts, contract governance, contractual language and the contract lifecycle
• Exceptional attention to detail, and talent for accuracy and precision
• Critical thinking skills and the ability to research and understand legal and financial implications
• Contract for General Service/Construction (Plant Level)/Labor Service for manufacturing line/facilities as needed at the best price from reliable sources, consistent with established standards for quality, quantity and SK requirements.
• Support global-based efforts to drive effective procurement of Indirect categories (e.g. Local Spare Parts and Labor, Equipment, General Service, and Contract Services, etc.
• Own the procurement process and support various procurement functions such as strategic sourcing, subcontracting, vendor file management, and assist staff in drafting of requests for proposals, specifications, terms of reference, evaluation criteria and sole source justifications
• Prepare a voucher for all purchased items and construction, service contract as per progressive payment condition
• Able to manage a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ensure assigned service suppliers are meeting agreed upon service requirements as per contract
• Perform other duties and tasks as may be assigned or expected

Skills and Qualifications

• Fluent in SAP MM Module
• Extensive experience working in the procurement department in a related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance or related field from accredited university
• Minimum of 3-year experience with MRP-ERP business systems. Full working knowledge of supply chain systems with implementation experience. Full knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Must have outstanding leadership, Excellent verbal and written communication skill
• Certified Purchasing Manager, APICS (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) preferred.
• (Preferred) Experience in automotive/chemical manufacturing industry
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)
• SAP Materials Management: 1 year (Preferred)
• MRP-ERP: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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