Sr. Analyst, Purchasing

Title:  Sr Specialist, Purchasing

Reports to: Manager, Purchasing 

Location:  Lansing, MI

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com  

Summary  

This position represents LGESMI in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers for the purchase of all supplies except raw materials. In addition, this position manages the purchasing process from purchase orders to invoices and reports monthly purchase data.  

Responsibilities: 

• Manage suppliers
• Create and issue purchasing orders (POs)
• Quote goods and services  
• Negotiate pricing 
• Track orders 
• Ensure invoices are getting paid 
• Review service contracts 
• Review construction and equipment purchasing 
• Support internal teams for purchasing needs 
• Purchase everything except raw materials 
• Act as buyer for maintenance repair operation (MRO)
• Register new vendors  
• Create monthly purchase history reports (data)  
• Source suppliers  
• Perform other cost-saving activities as needed 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (preferred), or equivalent, relevant experience
• A major in Supply chain/Commerce (preferred) a related field
• CPSM (preferred); Dangerous goods industrial engineer (preferred)
•  Knowledge with ERP systems

Experience 

• 6+ plus years of experience in related field  
• Experience with contracts
• Korean/English preferred

Skills   

• Microsoft Office suite
• Business negotiation 
• Organization 
• Multitasking
• Time management  
• Communication 
• Korean language skills (preferred)

Benefits Overview

• 100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premium for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Employer supported childcare/babysitting programs
• Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays
• Opportunity to grow in diverse work environment with a global company
• 401k Retirement savings and planning with generous company match

LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO