Strategic Indirect Procurement Lead – Construction & MRO

LG Energy Solution Arizona; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Procurement to oversee indirect procurement activities for plant expansion, maintenance, and equipment.

The role leads sourcing, cost analysis, and contract negotiations, coordinating with global HQ, contractors, and suppliers to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets. The successful candidate will develop supplier strategies, manage PO issuance, and drive improvements in procurement processes to support major capital projects and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of procurement or supply chain experience with construction-related procurement.
• Experience with global sourcing, contracts and supplier agreements.
• Strong cost analysis and negotiation experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for plant expansion, construction, maintenance, equipment, MRO, and other indirect materials and services.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify, evaluate, and select qualified domestic and global suppliers.
• Conduct cost analysis, cost benchmarking, and cost-reduction activities to improve procurement and investment efficiency.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations for goods, services, construction, installation, and related project requirements.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and contractors regarding pricing, scope, terms, schedules, and other contractual conditions.
• Lead contract negotiation and execution for MEPA, EPC, and other major procurement agreements.
• Develop and improve contract templates, commercial terms, and procurement conditions to support project and operational requirements.
• Create, issue, and track purchase orders through completion.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance related to quality, cost, delivery, and service.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to identify purchasing requirements and provide procurement support throughout the sourcing and purchasing process.
• Support vendor onboarding and new supplier registration activities.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to address invoice and payment-related issues.
• Prepare and analyze monthly purchasing history, spend, sourcing, and procurement activity reports.
• Perform rotational assignments within the Indirect Procurement function, including equipment and MRO purchasing responsibilities.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional task force teams to improve procurement competitiveness in Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD).
• Ensure procurement activities are completed in accordance with applicable Company policies, procedures, contractual requirements, and business objectives.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Indirect procurement

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Data analysis

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Procurement to oversee indirect procurement activities for plant expansion, maintenance, and equipment.

The role leads sourcing, cost analysis, and contract negotiations, coordinating with global HQ, contractors, and suppliers to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets. The successful candidate will develop supplier strategies, manage PO issuance, and drive improvements in procurement processes to support major capital projects and