Raw Materials Sourcing Manager

Vianode; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vianode is seeking a strategic sourcing expert for its operations in Southwest Ontario. This role will focus on developing sustainable sourcing strategies for key materials crucial to the battery and EV industries. Candidates should be highly experienced with strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record in supplier management. Join us in pioneering advanced battery technology aimed at creating a carbon-neutral future.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in oil, aluminum, TiO2, graphite, or steel industries with a focus on carbon sourcing.
• Understanding of oil refining economics, petroleum coke production, and logistics.
• Proven ability in negotiations and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic sourcing for petroleum coke and coal tar pitch.
• Establish strong supply positions and optimize logistics solutions.
• Implement raw material strategy and manage procurement from key suppliers.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical field

Job description

Join Our Team as : Shaping the Future of Battery Technology

About Vianode

Vianode is an advanced battery materials company providing sustainable anode graphite solutions for the battery and EV value chains in North America and Europe. Vianode’s breakthrough solution enables tailored high-performance synthetic anode graphite and holistic sustainability offering a 90% reduction in CO2 footprint. Vianode operates the world's most sustainable full-scale anode graphite plant for batteries at Herøya Norway.

The next step involves executing a multi-billion dollar phased investment program dedicated to establishing large-scale plants across North America and Europe.

Vianode’s long-term ambition is to supply advanced battery materials to 3 million EVs per year by 2030. Vianode is owned by the world-leading financial company Altor.

About the Position

Develop strategic sourcing for coke and pitch in North and South America. Establish a strong supply market position to ensure timely, cost-effective, and sustainable sourcing for Vianode’s plant in Canada (Via TWO), adhering to laws, regulations, compliance requirements, and Vianode’s internal procurement and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure cost-effective and timely supply of petroleum coke and coal tar pitch to Via TWO, maintaining required quality standards

• Strengthen Vianode’s position in the North and South American raw material supply market

• Collaborate with the VP Strategic Sourcing and Vianode Technical Center to develop new petcoke suppliers

• Optimize logistics solutions for coke and pitch supply and related side streams from Via TWO

Main Tasks

• Implement the raw material strategy in the Americas, including:

• Supplier relationship management

• Supplier capability evaluations

• Documentation and standards

• Evaluate supply risks and develop contingency plans

• Lead or assist in term sheet and contract negotiations with suppliers

• Manage procurement from key raw material suppliers to Via TWO

• Implement Supplier Approval processes in collaboration with VP Strategic Sourcing and Vianode Procurement

• Monitor the supply market, analyze market developments, and understand suppliers’ capabilities to meet Via TWO’s needs, both short-term and long-term

• Develop and maintain robust and sustainable logistics solutions from Coke and Pitch suppliers to Via TWO’s primary crusher by rail, truck, barges and ocean going vessels

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a technical field

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the oil industry and/or aluminum/TiO2/graphite/steel industry with emphasis on carbon sourcing and logistics

• Basic understanding of oil refining economics and operations with a knowledge of the key drivers affecting petroleum coke production through downstream product (gasoline, diesel, jet fuel) demand and crude sourcing

Competencies for success:

• Strong commercial acumen

• Analytical with a practical approach

• Hands-on and proactive

• Willingness to accept risks and take initiatives

• Excellent negotiation skills

• Enjoys teamwork and network development

• Flexible to travel as needed

Location: This position is based in Southwest Ontario ( onsite )

At Vianode, we believe in “The power of we.” The Vianode way is collaboration on every level. Together, we unleash a force greater than the sum of each one of us, and we acknowledge every individual effort in our shared accomplishments.

You are a great fit for our team if you:

1. Take charge and enjoy being part of a fast-growing, agile, pioneering company that depends on personal initiative, responsibility, and drive.

2. Like to challenge the status quo by being courageous and committed.

3. Want to keep learning, personally and professionally, and continuously pursue opportunities to develop and improve.

Why Join Vianode?

Join us on our mission to deliver the most efficient solutions to reduce battery industry emissions. Together, we're pioneering anode graphite technology for a carbon-neutral society, paving the way for the green transition and a more sustainable future.

Apply today !

Vianode is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We look forward to welcoming candidates who share our vision for a sustainable future.