Specialist , Procurement; Construction

Specialist I, Procurement (Construction)

Queen Creek, Arizona

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LG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions. Located in Queen Creek, Arizona, LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is LG Group's first cylindrical battery manufacturer in North America, leading the widespread distribution of electric vehicles with the most advanced battery technology in the world.

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Specialist I, Procurement

This position will facilitate indirect material procurement activities related to construction projects and production operations, and will coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related suppliers. This role is responsible for supporting sourcing activity and maximizing investment efficiency, in order to improve the business competitiveness.

• Create and issue purchasing orders (POs)
• Quote goods and service, installation
• Cost analysis and support price negotiation
• Track purchasing orders
• Ensure invoices are getting paid
• Support internal teams for purchasing needs
• Register new vendor and supplier payment accounts
• Create monthly purchase history reports (data)
• Support activity related to sourcing vendors and suppliers
• Purchase everything except raw materials
• Support contract negotiation and contract management

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain, logistics, engineering or related field

• 1 or more years of experience (internships included) in construction procurement or supply chain management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience managing purchase orders, contract administration.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and contract coordination (within construction or project-based environments preferred).

• Proven global sourcing skills (supplier related to construction)
• MS Office Suite
• Time management
• Coordinating
• Communication
• Cost Analysis of the purchasing items (Cost Structure, etc.)
• Multi-task and meet deadlines
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support and work with HQ and global sites

• 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.

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.