Global Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Architect

American Lithium Energy (ALE); Vista (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

American Lithium Energy Corporation in Vista, CA is seeking a Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Manager to define and execute ALE’s global sourcing strategy for lithium-ion battery manufacturing and advanced production. You will lead supplier strategy, negotiations, risk mitigation, and supplier performance to ensure continuity, quality, and long-term competitiveness.

Collaborate with Operations, Finance, and R&D to support product innovation and reliable supply, including Asia-based suppliers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, SCM, business, or related field.
• 7+ years in strategic sourcing and procurement within manufacturing.
• Proven success in supplier negotiations, cost-reduction, and risk mitigation.
• Experience with global suppliers, including Asia-based partners.
• Proficient with NetSuite or SAP procurement modules; strong Excel/PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global strategic sourcing for materials and services.
• Lead supplier onboarding, qualification, and lifecycle management.
• Own commercial negotiations including LTAs, pricing, terms, warranties.
• Establish dual-sourcing and supplier risk mitigation plans.
• Drive TCO analysis and cost-reduction initiatives across suppliers.
• Collaborate with Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program teams.
• Prepare procurement performance reports for executive leadership.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Cost reduction

Risk mitigation

Cross-functional influence

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Global supplier management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, SCM, Business, or related field

Tools

NetSuite ERP

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

American Lithium Energy Corporation in Vista, CA is seeking a Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Manager to define and execute ALE’s global sourcing strategy for lithium-ion battery manufacturing and advanced production. You will lead supplier strategy, negotiations, risk mitigation, and supplier performance to ensure continuity, quality, and long-term competitiveness.

Collaborate with Operations, Finance, and R&D to support product innovation and reliable supply, including Asia-based suppliers