Procurement Specialist 2

L-H Battery Company, Inc., located in Jeffersonville, Ohio, is a Joint venture of LG Energy Solution and Honda to manufacture large lithum-ion polymer batteries. Products from L-H Battery power a variety of innovative energy storage applications.

Established in 2023, L-H Battery is passionate about developing and maintaining a culture where our associates and customers understand their value and worth. we are making a positive impact and we want you to be a part of it!

Summary:  

This position supports procurement activities across capital projects, manufacturing operations, indirect purchasing, supplier management, and equipment procurement at LG Energy Solution – Honda joint venture

Responsibilities:

• Manage procurement activities for manufacturing equipment, indirect materials, spare parts, consumables, and project-related purchases


• Support sourcing activities for equipment, indirect materials, and project-related purchases


• Conduct RFQ processes for suppliers and service providers


• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and delivery schedules with suppliers


• Coordinate with engineering and project teams to understand technical specifications and purchasing requirements


• Manage purchase orders and track supplier deliveries to ensure project timelines are met


• Review supplier quotations and evaluate vendors based on technical capability, cost, and delivery performance


• Support contract review and coordination with legal and project teams


• Monitor supplier performance and maintain relationships with key vendors


• Track procurement data and prepare reports related to purchasing activities


• Support internal teams with purchasing requirements across plant operations


• Maintain compliance with company procurement policies and procedures


• Other Job duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field


• 3-6 years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, engineering support, or related fields


• Experience in procurement or supplier management is preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills


• Ability to work with engineering and cross-functional teams


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)


• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

Are you ready to join us in our journey toward a better world? Start your future with us, where we are building tomorrow, together. Welcome to L-H Battery Company!

What differentiates L-H Battery and makes us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards:

• Competitive hourly compensation


• Paid time off, including vacation & paid holidays


• Ability to earn compensatory time off


• Industry leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)


• Shift premium (when assigned)


• 401K plan with company match


• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth:

• Advancement opportunities


• Education reimbursement for continued learning


• Training and development programs

Additional Offerings:

• On-Site cafeteria


• On-Site recreational area


• On-Site wellness area


• Clean, climate-controlled environment

LGES-Honda Joint Venture, L-H Battery Company, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.