SK battery America ยท 2 months ago
MRO/Spare Parts Procurement Specialist
SK Battery America is seeking a MRO/Spare Parts Procurement Specialist to manage procurement processes for MRO and spare parts. The role involves strategic sourcing, vendor management, and performance monitoring to ensure cost savings and efficiency in operations.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Contract for MRO and Spare Parts manufacturing line / facilities as needed at the best price from reliable sources, consistent with established standards for quality, quantity and SK requirements
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
Conduct task management with analysis of purchasing works
Able to manage a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
Leads regular meetings with direct staff and cross functional teams to ensure assignments, objectives, cost savings and deliverables are on target
Demonstrated ability to report to work on a regular and consistent basis; work safely; and follow company policies and procedures
Get reports on key procurement / logistics activities / results on a weekly basis
Assign and direct work according to procurement / logistics plan for each team (Procurement, Logistics)
Responsible for achieving , monitoring, and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)
Confer with other managers or global staff to coordinate activities in related departments
Collect and voice opinions when the revision and/or establishment of new work procedures are needed
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Stay up to date on industry trends and supply base
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance or related field from accredited university
3+ years experience with MRP-ERP business systems. Full working knowledge of supply chain systems with implementation experience
3+ years experience in Manufacturing environment
Advanced experience with Microsoft Suite
Fluent in SAP MM Module
Responsible for leading the full range of procurement processes
Effective communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
Extensive experience working in the procurement department in a related field
Preferred
Effective communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
Experience in the automotive / chemical manufacturing industry
Exceptional attention to detail , and talent for accuracy and precision
Critical thinking skills and the ability to research and understand legal and financial implications
Extensive experience working in the procurement department in a related field
Certified Purchasing Manager, APICS (Certified in Production and Inventory Management)
Company
SK battery America
About SK Battery America (SKBA) As the flagship entity of SK On and a leader in the electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing sector, SKBA is at the forefront of advancing high nickel technology.
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