Procurement Manager

Contemporary Amperex Technology Kentucky LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company m

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Contemporary Amperex Technology Kentucky (CATK) seeks a seasoned Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement processes in support of US operations. You will drive cost savings, ensure compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain high-quality standards.

The role requires a strong background in procurement, SAP proficiency, and experience in managing supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in supply chain, economics, engineering, business administration or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in procurement, supplier management, or data analysis.
• Proficient knowledge of SAP best practices within procurement processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for supply chain management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work full-time with in-person attendance at multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and process timely requisitions and purchase orders for raw materials, sub-assemblies, finished goods, and services.
• Research and identify prospective suppliers for assigned categories.
• Aim to reduce dependency on single-source suppliers through contracts and strategic partnerships.
• Ensure commercial, legal and contractual compliance in procurement transactions.
• Execute RFPs and RFIs essential to ongoing business support.
• Coordinate with Quality Team to inspect deliveries and verify compliance with specifications.
• Develop strong supplier relationships and measure performance on cost, quality, delivery, and service levels.
• Communicate with suppliers daily and organize meetings to resolve supply issues.
• Initiate corrective actions on defective materials and follow through with suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal departments (finance, sales, operations) to resolve issues.
• Foster teamwork across departments to achieve common goals.
• Be proficient in SAP for purchasing and run SAP reports for analysis.
• Export SAP data for reporting and decision-making.
• Maintain the SRM system for procurement requirements.

Skills

SAP proficiency

Procurement management

Supplier management

RFP/RFI execution

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, economics, engineering, business administration

Tools

SAP ERP

SRM system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

Contemporary Amperex Technology Kentucky (CATK) is the US battery manufacturing subsidiary of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL). CATL is a global leader in research, development and manufacturing of battery energy storage system for vehicles, grid scale, and maritime applications. In 2024, CATL accounts for over 37% of global EV battery installed capacity. CATL has been the largest battery manufacturer in the world for the last 7 years. The Company is committed to providing cutting-edge solutions for global new energy applications.Our VisionStrive to be a global premier innovative technology corporation, deliver excellent contribution to green energy resolution for mankind, and provide a platform of pursuing the spiritual and material well-being for employees!

Job Overview

To better serve the global auto industry electric vehicle trend in the United States, CATL, through its U.S.-based subsidiary, CATK, is seeking two talented and experienced

Procurement Manager

to join our team, where you'll play a crucial role in our strategic sourcing and procurement processes. We are seeking a talented individual with a strong background in procurement, supplier management, and a proactive approach to contribute to the success of our organization. If you are passionate about driving efficiency, cost savings, and maintaining high-quality standards, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Essential Functions

• Planning, creating, and processing timely requisitions and purchase orders for raw materials, sub-assemblies, finished goods, and services.
• Researching and identifying prospective suppliers of assigned categories.
• Seek to reduce dependency on single-source suppliers through contracts and strategic partnerships.
• Ensuring commercial, legal and contractual compliance in all the procurement transactions.
• Executing RFPs and RFIs that are essential to the continued business support
• Working with Quality Team for inspection upon delivery to ensure orders are filled correctly and that goods meet specifications.
• Developing strong relationships with key suppliers and measure suppliers’ performance based on cost, quality, delivery, and service level.
• Communicating with suppliers daily and organizing meetings and projects as needed to resolve supply issues.
• Initiating corrective actions on defected materials and/or unexpected services conducted and following through the resolution with suppliers.
• Working with other internal departments such as finance, sales, and operations to resolve issues and concerns.
• Teamwork – An ability to develop and nurture good working relationships with colleagues in other departments by collaborating and working toward the common goals.
• Be proficient in SAP for the purchasing of materials and goods.
• Executing reports from within SAP and exporting to analyze.
• Maintain the SRM (Internal System) for the Procurement requirements within this system

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, economics, engineering, business administration, or related fields.
• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in business analysis, systems analysis, management analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation, project management, or data analysis.
• Proficient knowledge of SAP best practices within the procurement process.
• Strong Analytical skills for supply chain management.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a full-time work schedule with regular in-person attendance is required for this position.
• Ability to interact professionally with individuals of varied backgrounds and skill level.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move around work sites, which may include walking, standing, and climbing ladders or stairs.
• Flexibility to bend, kneel, or crouch, particularly when inspecting installations or troubleshooting.
• Capability to lift and carry moderate weights, typically up to 25-50 pounds.
• Occasional lifting of heavier items may be required.
• Ability to work in various environments, including offices, construction sites, and manufacturing facilities.
• Willingness and ability to travel to various job sites, which may require driving or other forms of transportation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.