Supply Chain Specialist

Gotion, Inc.•Manteno, IL

12d•$70,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Gotion Inc. is hiring a Supply Chain Specialist to develop and execute North American supply-chain strategies for battery pack and energy storage (ES) components. The role focuses on localizing sub-components, developing the regional supplier base, achieving cost reductions, and improving supplier quality and delivery performance. The specialist works with regional business leaders, global commodity teams, suppliers, internal customers, and regional and headquarters IT to support sourcing, procurement, and the development of Gotion’s North American SAP system. Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without sponsorship. Gotion states that it cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. The expected base pay range is $70,000–$110,000 USD, depending on skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Gotion describes itself as an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, electronics, chemical engineering, or a related major; a master’s degree is preferred.
Basic purchasing experience in automotive, energy storage, or another manufacturing industry.
Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
Knowledge of automotive industry standards such as IATF 16949 or VDA, and understanding of APQP and/or PPAP.
Knowledge of North American supply markets, including the United States, Mexico, and Canada, as well as China and other markets.
Global sourcing experience and global strategic thinking.
Knowledge of global trade rules and regulations, including import/export, global logistics, free trade agreements, HS codes, and component certifications such as UL.
Contracting skills and knowledge of local U.S. tax regulations and laws.
Ability to demonstrate effective negotiation styles and techniques.
Strong coordination and collaboration skills with internal customers.
Strong self-learning ability in new business environments and cultures.
Excellent spoken and written English.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree in a related engineering field.
Experience with battery pack components, power electronics, or other related electrification commodities.
Mandarin language ability or Chinese working experience.

Responsibilities

Develop regional strategies to localize battery pack and energy storage sub-components in North America in support of business growth and cost-outcome goals.
Develop the North American supply base through supplier sourcing, onboarding, and price negotiation, and improve supplier quality and on-time delivery.
Initiate, develop, and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for battery pack and energy storage components in coordination with regional business leaders and global component category teams.
Implement annual cost-reduction targets for battery pack and energy storage components and promote value analysis/value engineering plans.
Develop and maintain component cost models; optimize supply-chain layouts; establish and analyze cost benchmarks; and plan capacity analysis.
Support or lead regional commodity management through APQP, PPAP, and agile squad processes.
Conduct Supplier Business Reviews and manage relationships with strategic suppliers regularly.
Coordinate supplier performance reviews with cross-functional teams.
Manage purchasing contracts and order processing.
Benchmark procurement processes and develop and implement North American best practices.
Build the North American SAP system with support from regional and headquarters IT and supply-chain teams.
Manage relationships with internal customers and stakeholders to achieve effective supply-chain outcomes.