Indirect Procurement Buyer

LG•Dayton, OH

59d•Onsite

About The Position

The LGES – HONDA Joint Venture, located in Jeffersonville, Ohio, is leading a transformation within the auto industry by developing and manufacturing large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs of the highest quality for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Established in 2023, the company is passionate about developing and maintaining a culture where associates and customers understand their value and worth. This position represents LGES - HONDA in sourcing activities, negotiating contracts, and formulating policies with suppliers for the purchase of all supplies, with the exception of direct bill of materials parts & materials. Additionally, this role manages the purchasing process from purchase orders to invoices and reports monthly purchase data.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in general business, business administration, supply chain, logistics, or relevant experience
2 to 4+ plus years of experience in related field
Knowledge with ERP systems
Experience using Microsoft Office suite
Strong Negotiation skills
Strong problem solving and decision making skills
Good time management and prioritization skills
Strong communication skills both verbal and written
Prompt and regular attendance within our onsite operations
Flexibility to work adjusted shifts as necessary
Ability to travel up to 10-15% (domestic and/or international)

Nice To Haves

Experience with contracts preferred

Responsibilities

Manage suppliers
Create and issue purchasing orders (POs)
Quote goods and services – Conduct Request for: Proposal (RFP), Quote (RFQ), Information (RFI) activities
Negotiate pricing
Track orders
Ensure invoices are getting paid
Review service contracts
Support internal teams for purchasing needs
Sourcing everything except direct bill of material parts & components
Register new vendors
Create monthly purchase history reports (data)
Source suppliers /vendors
Organize and create presentations for management approval.
Develop, gain approval, & execute purchasing strategies for assigned commodities/suppliers
Establish and achieve logical new model cost targets through supplier selection/negotiations
Responsible for building supplier relationships and monitoring industry trends/characteristics
Maintain cleanliness at worksite in accordance with 5S3R Standards: Sort, set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain; Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Perform other duties as assigned