Strategic Equipment Procurement Manager

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, &

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Equipment Procurement to lead the Purchasing department, drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations in support of manufacturing.

You will partner with Finance, Legal, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Facilities to optimize cost, quality, and delivery, ensure compliance, and guide continuous improvement initiatives across North American operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or MS preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience with strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract management, and supplier performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Purchasing team and oversee daily procurement operations to ensure timely acquisition of materials, equipment, construction services, and indirect goods.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies that optimize cost, quality, supplier performance, and supply continuity.
• Oversee supplier sourcing, qualification, contract negotiations, performance management, and strategic supplier relationships to improve cost, quality, and delivery.
• Review and approve purchase orders, supplier agreements, contracts, and related procurement documentation.
• Analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, budgets, and market conditions to support strategic sourcing decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Vendor relations

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or MS preferred

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Equipment Procurement to lead the Purchasing department, drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations in support of manufacturing.

You will partner with Finance, Legal, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Facilities to optimize cost, quality, and delivery, ensure compliance, and guide continuous improvement initiatives across North American operations.