E&C Procurement Specialist

SK Battery America, Inc.; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SK Battery America, Inc. is seeking a procurement professional to manage General Service and Construction contracts at plant level, focusing on price competitiveness and quality.

You will support global indirect category procurement, drive supplier management, and prepare RFPs, specs, and evaluation criteria. The role requires Korean language proficiency, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3+ years in manufacturing, and strong ERP/MRP experience with SAP MM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance or related field.
• 3+ years experience with MRP-ERP systems.
• 3+ years experience in Manufacturing environment.
• Fluent in SAP MM Module and ERP procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Contract for General Service / Construction (Plant Level) – Labor Service for manufacturing line / facilities as needed at the best price from reliable sources, consistent with established standards for quality, quantity and SK requirements.
• Support global-based efforts to drive effective procurement of indirect categories (e.g. Local / Global, 1. Construction, General Service contracts, 2. Equipment (+Spare Parts) etc.)
• Own the procurement process and support for various procurement functions such as strategic sourcing, subcontracting, vendor file management, and assist staff in drafting of requests for proposals, specifications, terms of reference, evaluation criteria and sole source justifications.
• Prepare a voucher for all purchased items and construction, service contract as per progressive payment condition.
• Able to manage a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ensured assigned service suppliers are meeting agreed upon service requirements as per contract
• Able to work overtime and flexibility for conferring with co-worker and vendors located globally
• Perform other

Skills

Korean language proficiency

MS Excel / MS Office

Negotiation / communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance or related field

Tools

SAP MM Module

MRP-ERP systems

Job description

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION REQUIRES KOREAN LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY AS OUR SUPPLIERS ARE LOCATED IN KOREA.

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Role and Responsibilities:

Equipment and Construction

• Contract for General Service / Construction (Plant Level) ? Labor Service for manufacturing line / facilities as needed at the best price from reliable sources, consistent with established standards for quality, quantity and SK requirements.
• Support global -based efforts to drive effective procurement of indirect categories (e.g. Local / Global, 1. Construction, General Service contracts, 2. Equipment (+Spare Parts) etc.)
• Own the procurement process and support for various procurement functions such as strategic sourcing, subcontracting, vendor file management, and assist staff in drafting of requests for proposals, specifications, terms of refence, evaluation criteria and sole source justifications.
• Prepare a voucher for all purchased items and construction, service contract as per progressive payment condition.
• Able to manage a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ensured assigned service suppliers are meeting agreed upon service requirements as per contract
• Able to work overtime and flexibility for conferring with co-worker and vendors located globally
• Perform other

Workforce Management

• Leads regular meetings with direct staff and cross functional teams to ensure assignments, objectives, cost savings and deliverables are on target
• Demonstrated ability to report to work on a regular and consistent basis; work safely; and follow company policies and procedures

Performance Management

• Get reports on key procurement / logistics activities / results on a weekly basis
• Assign and direct work according to procurement / logistics plan for each team (Procurement, Logistics)
• Responsible for achieving , monitoring, and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)
• Confer with other managers or global staff to coordinate activities in related departments
• Collect and voice opinions when the revision and/or establishment of new work procedures are needed

Operation Management

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Stay up to date on industry trends and supply base

Skills and Qualifications:

• Korean language proficiency is REQUIRED(our suppliers are located in Korea)
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance or related field from accredited university
• 3+ years experience with MRP-ERP business systems. Full working knowledge of supply chain systems with implementation experience.
• 3+ years experience in Manufacturing environment
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Suite
• Fluent in SAP MM Module
• Responsible for leading the full range of procurement processes.
• Effective communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Extensive experience working in the procurement department in a related field

Nice but not a must:

• Experience in the automotive / chemical manufacturing industry
• Exceptional attention to to detail , and talent for accuracy and precision
• Critical thinking skills and the ability to research and understand legal and financial implications
• Extensive experience working in the procurement department in a related field
• Certified Purchasing Manager, APICS (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) (Preferred)