**Position Overview:** We are looking for an experienced **Purchasing Specialist** to develop and implement strategic purchasing plans that align with business, market, and technology trends. This role requires a deep understanding of procurement processes, supplier relationship management, and cost-effective sourcing solutions. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in optimizing the supply chain, ensuring seamless operations, and driving the company’s mission forward. **Key Responsibilities:** + Develop and execute purchasing strategies based on business, market, and technology trends to maintain a strong and competitive supply base. + Oversee the procurement of productive/non-productive materials, machinery, tools, and services, ensuring efficiency in production and operations. + Manage procurement for indirect materials and services related to construction, including mechanical, electrical, rigging, and insulation. + Actively participate in developing commodity strategies, sourcing, negotiation, and budget execution to optimize cost and sourcing. + Utilize benchmarking, cost and value chain analysis, negotiations, and supply chain analysis tools to enhance supply performance. + Work closely with internal and external partners to align priorities, identify creative solutions, and manage processes such as RFQ management, procure-to-pay, and supplier relationship management. + Lead purchasing activities that align with business objectives, ensuring the achievement of successful outcomes. + Develop strong supplier relationships, conduct regular performance evaluations, and proactively identify and mitigate risks. + Address critical supply chain risks and develop contingency solutions to prevent disruptions in logistics. + Communicate potential impacts on purchasing, logistics, or the broader supply chain to relevant stakeholders transparently. + Develop protection and contingency plans to secure supply continuity and manage potential risks. + Set clear strategies and lead procurement activities toward achieving common goals, managing day-to-day tasks and performance evaluations. + Implement data-driven decision-making using historical data, market trends, and predictive analytics to enhance procurement processes. + Leverage digital tools such as ERP systems, e-procurement software, and supplier management platforms to improve transparency and streamline procurement processes. + Promote continuous learning, mentorship, and best practices to maintain a high-performing procurement team. **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. + Extensive experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management. + Strong expertise in negotiation, analytical thinking, and problem-solving. + Proven ability to lead and optimize procurement processes. + Proficiency in using procurement software and digital tools. **Total Rewards Information:** We offer market-competitive compensation including base pay and incentive compensation opportunities based on the achievement of Company goals. We offer employees paid time off to refresh and recharge. Our total rewards program is designed to enrich your life at work and includes the following benefits: + Blue Cross – Blue Shield Health Care + 100% Employer paid medical, dental and vision + Competitive Dental and vision insurance + Up to 20 paid holidays a year but no less than 17 paid holidays + Tuition Assistance for continuing education + Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles + Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone + Comfortable air-conditioned work environment **Ultium Cells LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer:** We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law. Ultium Cells will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which Visa-sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role \#IND