Sr. Specialist, Battery Cells Series and Project Purchasing

The role

This role establishes and executes the North America Battery Cells purchasing and supply strategy for REEV production. You will lead supplier development, industrialization, and program management during the pre-production phase.

What you will do

• Establish and execute North America Battery Cells purchasing and supply strategy for REEV production
• Source and secure supply for Battery Cells for REEV products in North America
• Lead supplier development and industrialization activities for Battery Cells suppliers
• Participate in project readiness meetings to confirm readiness for Battery Cells launch
• Act as a program manager during the pre-production phase
• Evaluate, negotiate and apply technical changes to parts or services
• Lead cross-functional evaluations of suppliers' readiness for mass production
• Prepare and execute negotiated contractual documents and nomination adjustment agreements
• Lead RFQ processes, supplier selection, cost analysis, and nomination decisions
• Conduct commercial negotiations to secure pricing, terms, and supply conditions

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related financial field
• 3–8 years of experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment
• 2–4 years of experience in a purchasing environment, including developing and executing procurement or commodity strategies
• Effective negotiation experience specific to automotive commodity purchasing
• Strong analytical skills
• Thorough knowledge of automotive, manufacturing, or related industries
• Experience managing supplier performance
• Program management experience
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have

• preferably in a Project or Series Buyer role

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting
• 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO
• 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
• Paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Before you apply

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City

About the company

Scout Motors is an iconic American brand electrifying and digitizing rugged SUVs and trucks. The company focuses on innovation and creating vehicles for exploration and daily use.