Purchasing Sr. Specialist

Title: Senior Specialist, Equipment Procurement

Reports to: Purchasing Manager

Location: Holland, MI

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and modules for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com

The Senior Equipment Procurement Specialist represents LGESMI in leading strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiating complex contracts, and developing procurement policies related to equipment, construction, services, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) materials, excluding raw materials. This role is responsible for overseeing the full procurement lifecycle from sourcing strategy and supplier selection to contract execution, purchase order management, invoice reconciliation, and spend reporting. The Senior Specialist serves as a key partner to internal stakeholders, ensuring cost optimization, supplier performance, risk mitigation, and operational continuity.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier sourcing, evaluation, and selection for equipment, construction, and service-related purchases
• Negotiate complex pricing structures, contracts, and commercial terms to ensure cost savings and risk mitigation
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives
• Manage high-value and international procurement projects
• Oversee and approve purchase orders (POs) and ensure compliance with company policies
• Review and negotiate service agreements, construction contracts, and capital equipment purchases
• Act as senior buyer for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and quality standards
• Resolve escalated supplier or invoice discrepancies
• Ensure timely invoice processing and payment coordination
• Register, evaluate, and onboard new vendors in accordance with compliance standards
• Generate and analyze monthly purchasing reports and spend data; identify cost-saving opportunities
• Provide procurement guidance and mentorship to junior team members
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, Finance, and Leadership teams
• Maintain compliance with company policies and audit requirements
• Maintain cleanliness at worksite in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
  • Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
  • Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Contains
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field required or relevant experience
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, or equivalent preferred
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems and procurement modules

Experience

• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Demonstrated experience negotiating high-value contracts
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
• Experience with capital equipment and construction procurement strongly preferred
• Experience in international sourcing and supplier management

Skills

• Advanced negotiation and contract management skills
• Strategic sourcing and cost analysis
• ERP proficiency and data reporting
• Financial and commercial acumen
• Strong organizational and multitasking ability
• Time management and prioritization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to influence stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives