Supply Chain Specialist
Core
Develop regional strategies for localizing battery pack and Energy Storage sub-components in North America, manage supplier sourcing and performance, and execute cost reduction initiatives.
Role type
Supply Chain Specialist (Strategic Sourcing & Localization)
Builds
Battery pack and Energy Storage sub-components for electric vehicles and energy storage systems
Domain
Electric vehicle manufacturing and energy storage (lithium batteries)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier sourcing and onboarding, price negotiation, cost modeling and benchmarking, contract management, APQP/PPAP process knowledge, global trade regulations (FTA, HS CODE), SAP system management, strategic supplier relationship management
Preferred skills
Experience with battery pack components and power electronics, knowledge of IATF16949/VDA standards, Mandarin or Chinese working experience
Technologies
SAP, Oracle
Responsibilities
Develop regional localization strategies for battery pack and Energy Storage sub-components in North America, initiate and execute sourcing strategic initiatives for components including Aluminum Pack Housing, Electronics, and BMS, implement annual cost reduction targets and VA/VE plans, manage supplier performance reviews and conduct Supplier Business Reviews, build and manage the SAP system for North America, benchmark procurement processes to implement best practices
Seniority
Individual Contributor, Mid-Senior Level