Purchasing Specialist I (Raw Material Procurement)

Title: Specialist I, Purchasing (Raw Materials)

Department: PURCHDD

Report To: Manager, Purchasing

Location: Holland, MI

Work Arrangement: On-site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Employment Classification: Exempt

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am- 5pm | Schedule may vary based on business needs. Additional compensation opportunities may be available.

Benefits: LG Energy Solution offers a competitive total rewards package, including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, and additional voluntary benefits. Benefit eligibility and plan details are subject to the applicable benefit plans.

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc. is a global leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology, delivering innovative battery solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS). With expanding operations across the United States, we are committed to innovation, quality, safety, and sustainability while powering the future of clean energy. Join our team and help shape the next generation of advanced battery technology.www.lgenergymi.com

Position Summary:

The Analyst I, Materials supports the Materials organization by coordinating purchasing, material planning, supplier activities, and inventory requirements to ensure the timely availability of materials for production. This position works with suppliers and cross-functional teams to support production schedules, resolve material shortages, maintain appropriate inventory levels, and ensure purchasing activities are completed accurately and in accordance with company procedures.

The Analyst I works under general guidance while developing knowledge of procurement, material planning, supplier management, and manufacturing operations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned supplier relationships and monitor supplier delivery and performance.
• Support sourcing and qualification of suppliers for raw materials, components, and related commodities.
• Request and evaluate supplier quotations for materials, goods, and services.
• Support negotiations related to pricing, lead times, delivery schedules, and commercial terms.
• Create, review, and issue purchase orders in accordance with approved purchasing requirements.
• Manage assigned raw material purchases based on production schedules, inventory levels, and material requirements.
• Monitor material availability and supplier deliveries to support on-time production.
• Identify potential material shortages and coordinate appropriate follow-up with suppliers and internal teams.
• Support resolution of supplier delivery, material availability, pricing, and purchasing-related issues.
• Verify purchasing and invoice information and coordinate discrepancies with suppliers and Accounting.
• Maintain supplier agreements, purchasing records, and other procurement documentation.
• Support supplier registration and onboarding activities within company procurement systems.
• Collaborate with Production, Planning, Quality, Engineering, Logistics, Purchasing, and other departments to support material requirements.
• Prepare and maintain purchasing reports, spend data, supplier information, and other procurement metrics.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, procedures, approval requirements, and internal controls.
• Support continuous improvement activities related to purchasing, material availability, supplier performance, and inventory management.
• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
  • Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
  • Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, or a related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Foundational knowledge of purchasing, supply chain, material planning, inventory management, or manufacturing operations.
• Ability to analyze material requirements, supplier information, and purchasing data.
• Ability to work effectively under guidance while managing assigned purchasing and material activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience, internship, or co-op experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, material planning, inventory control, or manufacturing.
• Experience using SAP or another ERP/MRP system.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes or Lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience working with suppliers or supporting supplier-related activities.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn and effectively use ERP, procurement, and company systems.
• Strong accountability and follow-through.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Primarily works in an office environment with regular interaction with manufacturing, warehouse, and material storage areas.
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, with periodic standing and walking throughout the facility.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering designated manufacturing or warehouse areas.
• May require occasional interaction with suppliers, vendors, or other company locations.
• May require work outside normal business hours as needed to support production schedules, supplier issues, or business needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LG Energy Solution is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

LG Energy Solution provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Job Description Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.