Commodity Manager

ESS Inc•Wilsonville, OR

About The Position

Catalyzing a cleaner future. At ESS (NYSE: GWH), our mission is to accelerate global decarbonization by providing safe, sustainable, long-duration energy storage that powers people, communities, and businesses with clean, renewable energy anytime and anywhere it’s needed. As more renewable energy is added to the grid, long- duration energy storage is essential to providing the reliability and resiliency we need when the sun is not shining and the wind is not blowing.  Our technology uses earth-abundant iron, salt, and water to deliver environmentally safe solutions capable of providing up to 12 hours of flexible energy capacity for commercial and utility-scale energy storage applications. Established in 2011, ESS Inc. enables project developers, independent power producers, utilities, and other large energy users to deploy reliable, sustainable long-duration energy storage solutions. For more information visit www.essinc.com.  ESS is looking for a motivated and versatile Commodity Manager to join our team. Our current program scope involves the design, development, installation, evaluation, and documentation of large-scale battery systems.

Requirements

Requires a BS Degree or higher, preferred Supply Chain Management
5+ years of experience
Experience in a manufacturing environment with dynamic daily priorities.
Experience innew-productintroduction andscale tomanufacturing.
Solid working knowledge of procurementbestpractices, quality systems,processesand procedures.
Experience with theinjectionmolded plastics, cast aluminum, machined parts,chemicalsand OEM components used for fluids/flow control.
Knowledge of quality systems, supplier evaluation tools (ie, D&B reports, P&L statements, etc.)
A strong communicator capable of building relationships at all levels within the organization and a team player.
Ability toanticipateneedsof the shop.
Possesses good written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Demonstrates persistence, good judgment, strong decision making, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, and overcoming obstacles.
Ability to manage time effectively
Ability to travelrequiredup to 25%

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of ISOa plus.

Responsibilities

Work with key stakeholders toinitiate,planand manage sourcing activities across various commodities frominceptionthrough contract execution.
Analyze historicalspendto proactivelyidentifysourcing and savings opportunities.
Develop and manageRfxactivities to drive measurable savings results.
Manage all contract documentation andfacilitatesupplier management activities, including business reviews, supplierscorecardsand ongoing relationship management.
Monitor and coordinate supplier metrics.
Maintain all controlled document files and test records ina timelyandaccuratemanner.
Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations for possible corrective action tosupervisor.
Alwaysmaintainacceptable5Shousekeeping standards to keep production and work areas clean. Ensuring that all tools, materials, and supplies are returned to their designated locations as soon as the task is finished.