Global Supply Manager Battery Raw Materials Jobs

· SAP experience required and advance excel skill a plus.

Category Manager – Raw Materials

· Manage supplier development efforts critical to site needs

· Facilitate timeliness of change control / qualification process

· Leads RFQ/ bidding events on managed commodities to obtain lowest total cost.

· Assure material and supplier qualification process completion

Drive collaboration with engineering and development teams to understand requirements and ensure supply chain is equipped to meet their needs

Lead the vendor selection process with engineering teams, including raw material specification, vendor technology and capabilities assessment, and alternative product options

Prior experience with Batteries, Battery Materials preferred but not required

Experience building and managing a team in a dynamic environment

Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, with ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively to find solutions to complex issues

Drive collaboration with engineering and development teams to understand requirements and ensure supply chain is equipped to meet their needs

Lead the vendor selection process with engineering teams, including raw material specification, vendor technology and capabilities assessment, and alternative product options

Prior experience with Batteries, Battery Materials preferred but not required

Experience building and managing a team in a dynamic environment

Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, with ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively to find solutions to complex issues

Develop and manage supplier partnerships to drive delivery performance, quality, and value

Manage execution of purchase order, monitor status, and escalate if needed

Manage the master data for the assigned raw materials and suppliers in the ERP system

3 years of procurement, sourcing, or relevant supply chain or operations experience

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Prior experience in Oracle Fusion is desired but not required

Experience designing and testing in situ cells for battery characterization

Knowledge of materials science and mathematical techniques and computer programming for data analysis

Skill in working interactively and productively in a multidisciplinary environment and good ability to work independently

Good skill in oral and written communication with a record of publication and external recognition in relevant areas

This position may require the ability to travel for work at out-of-state synchrotron facilities when required

Excellent people management and mentoring skills

3+ year minimum Category Management experience in Chemical / Raw Material Procurement

Manage internal customer relationships through cross functional business engagement, and develop deep category knowledge in the assigned category areas

Conduct supplier performance management initiatives and drive continuous improvement

Contract execution by proactively engaging with business stakeholders, Legal, Finance, etc.

Manage and optimize functional sourcing support activities while ensuring adherence to stakeholders’ corporate standards

Knowledge of supply chain management principles, including sourcing strategies, inventory management, and environmental compliance.

Ensure a smooth transition between strategic and operational procurement, as well as project management.

5-7 years of experience in a similar role

Proven experience as a buyer or procurement professional in the recycling industry, preferably related to metal smelting or manufacturing.

Experience with selling as refining services.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams, and external suppliers.

Demonstrated project management and presentation skills

Expert knowledge of good Purchasing practices, contract law as it applies to the Procurement process and Supply Chain Management

Responsible for stakeholder management, management of category spend and KPIs

Senior Purchasing Manager - Raw Materials Responsibilities:

Senior Purchasing Manager - Raw Materials Requirements:

Report within a matrix structure so strong organization and communication skills are required

Other compensation and benefits offered include:

Benefits eligibility is determined by hour requirements and length of service

Manage booking capacity at all T2 suppliers globally

Manage packing lists for all bulk shipments

Manage bulk booking dates with each T2 supplier

Ensure all bulk materials meet FIGS performance testing requirements prior to XM date

In depth knowledge of contract law, with specific experise of contracting with suppliers across Asia,US and ROW

Good understanding and working knowledge of various forms of contracting

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence at all levels

Strong IT Skills: SAP, Microsoft Office

Work collaboratively with Procurement colleagues, to ensure alignment in ways of working and sharing best practice.

Be responsible for the strategic activities associated with assigned categories, and prepare for handover to business as usual teams

B.S in biological sciences or other relevant field of study or equivalent experience in commercial raw materials management.

Minimum 1-2 years people management experience

Hire, manage and develop team members within the Quality Raw Material group.

Collaborate with project teams and assist in defining qualification plan for raw materials

Experience working within a GMP regulated industry, cell therapy is plus

Experience in authoring, reviewing, and/or approving cGMP documents

Previous experience in or with Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Product Supply or Manufacturing/Operations:

Drive service and inventory management improvements through effective planning to meet Customer demand and growth objectives

Academic background in Management, Engineering, or Supply Chain: Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree preferred but flexible

Partner with the finance organization to link SIOP process with financial forecasts

Manage monthly SIOP process and action plans, issue resolution and tracking.

ERP systems experience required (SAP highly preferred)

Experience with category management in Glass or related spend areas highly desired

Strong organizational in addition to advanced project leadership and management skills

Bachelor’s degree required with preference in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or equivalent work experience. MBA a plus

Uses knowledge of industry and market trends to develop and champion long-term category strategies

Manages change, ambiguity, complexity and drives for results

Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills

Develop and manage site strategy for procurement of chemicals, energy, feedstock, and raw materials.

Ensure all contracts meet legislative and business requirements.

Act as knowledge base for this area of procurement

Experience of procuring raw materials, chemicals, feedstock, and/or energy

Knowledge of sourcing strategies, risk mitigation, cost savings

Experience in a refinery/chemical site preferred.

Experience in purchasing, material management or related role

Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Strong M3 experience and knowledge (desirable).

Manage the Purchasing & Raw Materials team and associated activities of the team.

Manage the communication process with internal and external stakeholders and facilitate solutions.

Provide support to quality control and production teams in relation to any quality issues and manage the communications/solutions with the supplier.

Support management of raw materials allocations & constraints.

2+ years of experience in planning, or other relevant roles

Experience in analysis and ability to work with complex models/spreadsheets

Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple Priorities balanced with quality work needed to support the team.

Strong people, communication and influencing skills.

Must be a team player and demonstrate successful experience working in a cross functional team environment.

Network and develop relationships with stakeholders, such as Marketing, Plant Management, Global Sourcing, Product Development, and Research & Innovation teams.

Category Sourcing Management, Strategy & Deployment

Ensure supplier compliance for all L’Oreal requirements with support from WW and Excellence teams (ethical, quality, regulatory, etc)

5+ years of experience in Sourcing/Purchasing; preferable in the consumer goods industry

2+ years of experience in Raw Materials

Self-starter with curiosity, strong contract negotiation and influencing experience

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience

Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options

Preparing samples for analysis and running some instrumentation with minimum supervision

Set up and validate new analytical or related processes used by the department

Prepare standards and samples for analysis

Document work as required for GMP compliance

Demonstrated project management and presentation skills

Expert knowledge of good Purchasing practices, contract law as it applies to the Procurement process and Supply Chain Management

Responsible for stakeholder management, management of category spend and KPIs

Report within a matrix structure so strong organization and communication skills are required

Independently manage processes that include RFPs, tenders, reporting, analysis and e-sourcing

Proven understanding of general business processes including Supply Chain/Procurement planning, Costing, Finance and Purchasing role in these processes

2+ years of work experience in Manufacturing/Design Engineering, Finance, Program Management or Global Supply Management role

Address all areas of category management including category business plans, global market and pricing analysis and procurement support.

Manage respective supplier relationships and performance, including but not limited to dispute resolution.

Develop spend strategies, identify potential suppliers, analyze supplier capabilities, select suppliers and determine prices, terms, and conditions of agreements.

Work collaboratively with other Sourcing Specialists, Sourcing Managers, Category Managers, and Buyers.

Excellent team building skills in dealing with suppliers, peers, and other functional teams