Supply Chain Associate - New Energy New York (Neny) - The Research Foundation For Suny At Binghamton University

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About Binghamton University: Binghamton University is a world-class institution that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character is shaped by outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - which promotes extraordinary student success. Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities to engage and challenge its more than 18,000 students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
The Supply Chain Associate will work within the Research Foundation Office of Entrepreneurship & Innovation Partnerships and the planned NENY Battery-NY Pilot Manufacturing and Demonstration Center. The Supply Chain Associate will report to the Associate Vice President for Innovation and Economic Development, with secondary reporting responsibility to the New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology (NY-BEST) Sr. Director & Program Manager, NENY Supply Chain Program. The Supply Chain Associate will be a member of the NENY Supply Chain Team led by the Senior Director of NY-BEST. The Supply Chain team members includes this Supply Chain Associate from Binghamton University Research Foundation, NY-BEST, Alliance for Manufacturing and Technology (AMT), potential 3rd party Consultants and Contractors. The Supply Chain Associate will also work closely with the COO of Battery-NY, while coordinating with the Binghamton University team, and the NENY Supply Chain Team.
The Supply Chain Associate, working with the NENY Supply Chain Team, will assist in identifying companies that are potential battery supply chain candidates and coordinate in the process to qualify the companies. In collaboration with the NENY Supply Chain Team, the Supply Chain Associate will also work on supply chain assessments and gap analysis, strategy development and support for product testing, compliance with certification requirements and product performance measurements. The Supply Chain Associate will also help regional start-up companies and incoming storage companies identify and connect with potential regional suppliers.
Essential Duties
Performing outreach, including:

• Participate in regional information sharing events
• Conduct regional outreach to manufacturers
• Conduct outreach to manufacturers outside the region
• Facilitate collaboration with Binghamton University, Battery-NY and the NENY Supply Chain Team

Identifying potential supplier targets in the region and prioritizing target areas/companies, including:

• Meet with potential Southern Tier supplier candidates and supplier candidates beyond the Southern Tier to discuss requirements and access interest
• Assist with assessing transition technical feasibility
• Participate in selecting candidates for transition process
• Understand supply chain needs and requirements

Assisting manufacturing candidates in the transition / pivoting process

• Provide technical consulting services, including technical assistance needed, process requirements definition, documentation, training needs, and support qualification process
• Understand knowledge gaps and educational needs
• Assist in defining and implementing manufacturer success KPIs

Requirements

• 5 years industry experience in manufacturing engineering or design engineering.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate activities within complex organizations.
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering or other relevant engineering fields.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Industry experience in cell or battery manufacturing, manufacturing supplier or other relevant/related manufacturing companies.
• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering or other relevant engineering fields.
• Experience in process/product development and expansion

Additional Information
Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000 annually - This position is funded by a 3-year grant.
Note: This position requires the selected individual be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Employee Benefits: The Research Foundation for the State University of New York offers a comprehensive
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The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
The Research Foundation for SUNY is a private, not for profit corporation and is a separate employer from SUNY and the State of New York and offers separate compensation and benefit plans.
Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Cover letter/Letter of Interest
• Names and contact information of three references.
• Resume or CV

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