Global Sourcing Specialist

Are you passionate about sourcing and procurement in a dynamic and innovative environment We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Global Sourcing Specialist to play a pivotal role in sourcing essential materials and components ensuring seamless project execution while contributing to quality innovation and the future of mobility. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the landscape of electric mobility by leveraging your expertise in procurement supply chain management and facility construction.

Why This Role As a Global Sourcing Specialist you ll drive impactful sourcing initiatives collaborate with crossfunctional teams and establish strong supplier relationships. Your strategic procurement expertise will help deliver value and efficiency making a significant contribution to organizational success.

What You ll Do :

Indirect and Direct Procurement Support :

• Support the Indirect Purchasing Department with potential assistance in Direct Procurement as needed.
• Execute daytoday procuretopay transactions for indirect / noninventory purchases by converting purchase requests into standard purchase orders.

Strategic Sourcing :

• Collaborate with internal teams to understand thirdparty engagement needs identify and evaluate potential suppliers draft RFQs negotiate terms and pricing and manage supplier relationships.
• Identify reliable sources request bids evaluate quotes and coordinate contract negotiations to purchase materials and services.
• Lead outsourcing and purchasing activities including quoting scope of work and requisitions related to product development ensuring supplier ontime delivery.

Cost and Value Optimization :

• Develop RFx documents and evaluate supplier proposals based on scope cost timing and risk.
• Create and execute cost savings strategies to support company goals and department commitments.
• Study market prices and trends as well as industry developments and provide recommendations to management.

CrossFunctional Collaboration :

• Partner with R&D Engineering Production and Quality Assurance teams to understand requirements and timelines aligning procurement strategies accordingly.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure alignment and compliance.

Process Management and Compliance :

• Manage business transactions in ERP systems including requisitions purchase orders receipts and invoice processing.
• Ensure contract agreement compliance addressing legal implications and protecting organizational interests.
• Solve problems by analyzing potential solutions using technical experience and sound judgment.

Market Analysis and Reporting :

• Monitor and analyze market trends to inform strategic sourcing decisions.
• Communicate complex information related to procurement supply base or supply chain processes to internal and external stakeholders.

Who Should Apply Veterans are highly encouraged to apply! Your leadership experience problemsolving skills and ability to adapt to complex challenges make you an excellent fit for this role. If you re ready to make a meaningful impact in a transformative industry we want to hear from you.

Why You ll Love It Here : This is more than a sourcing role it s an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking initiatives in a fastpaced highgrowth environment. Join a team that values your expertise supports your growth and empowers you to drive innovation. Let s build the future together!

Requirements

• Must have served in U.S. Army U.S. Navy U.S. Marine Corps U.S. Air Force U.S. Coast Guard U.S. Space Force U.S. Reserves or U.S. National Guard.
• Bachelor s degree in Business Administration Supply Chain Management Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in sourcing and procurement.
• Experience in facility construction is highly desirable.
• Expertise in sourcing battery components such as cathode electrolyte anode material separator structural parts aluminum foil and copper foil preferred.
• Proven track record in supplier relationship management negotiation and cost optimization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make datadriven decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal collaboration and communication skills; Mandarin proficiency and familiarity with Chinese culture are a plus.
• Proficiency in procurement and supply chain management software and tools.
• Ability to travel internationally.

Benefits

Full white glove relocation package. Benefits package to include retirement plan. More information will be presented during the interview process.

Must have served in U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Reserves or U.S. National Guard. NCO / Supervisor who is a well-rounded technician. Will supervise one person and be hands on for now. Strong communications and ability to think outside the box. This is a newer site which gives the veteran the opportunity to put their fingerprint on the role, team and program