Global Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Lead for Batteries

American Lithium Energy (ALE)

Vista (CA)

On-site

CAD 154,000 - 195,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

American Lithium Energy (ALE) seeks a Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Manager to define and execute global sourcing strategies for lithium-ion battery manufacturing. You will lead supplier negotiations, manage risk, and partner with Engineering, Finance, and R&D to support product innovation.

The role focuses on cost leadership, supplier performance, and compliance with ESG standards, with on-site work in Vista, CA.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required in engineering, supply chain, business, or related field.
Minimum 7 years of strategic sourcing/procurement experience in manufacturing.
Proven success in supplier negotiations, cost-reduction, and risk mitigation.
Experience with global suppliers, including Asia-based suppliers.
Mandarin language proficiency preferred.
Experience with pilot-to-high-volume production transitions preferred.
Experience with NetSuite ERP or SAP procurement modules.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute global strategic sourcing strategies for raw materials, components, and services.
Lead supplier identification, qualification, onboarding, and lifecycle management with emphasis on Asia-based suppliers.
Negotiate pricing, LTAs, terms, warranties, and liability provisions.
Establish dual-sourcing and risk mitigation plans for capacity, geopolitical, and logistics risks.
Drive TCO analyses and cost-reduction initiatives across supplier base.
Collaborate with Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program teams during NPI and ramp-up.
Ensure supplier readiness for pilot line and high-volume production.