Sr. Specialist, Direct Procurement-Battery and Powertrain
Core
Lead purchasing strategy and project steering for Battery and Powertrain Systems (including REEV components) for Scout Motors' electric pickup trucks and rugged SUVs in North America.
Role type
Senior Project Buyer / Procurement Specialist (Automotive)
Builds
Battery and Powertrain Systems for Scout Motors' electrified Range Extender vehicles
Domain
Automotive manufacturing, Electric Vehicles (EV), Battery Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (supply chain execution)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, project steering, timing management, cross-functional alignment, risk management, supplier performance management, vehicle launch management, APQP/PPAP processes, program management
Preferred skills
Experience with Battery Cells/Modules, electric drive components, power electronics, e-powertrain manufacturing, vehicle launch ramp-up
Technologies
APQP, PPAP, project dashboards
Responsibilities
Establish and execute North America purchasing strategy for Battery and Powertrain Systems; Lead purchasing project steering for assigned components; Own timing management to ensure suppliers meet programming milestones; Coordinate purchasing deliverables within program timeline; Maintain project dashboards and risk overviews; Act as overall project lead for purchasing scopes ensuring adherence to milestones
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC