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Electrical Procurement Manager
120,000 - 140,000
Energy Storage
US
Los Angeles, CA, United States
Permanent
On-site
Piper Maddox have recently partnered with a leading manufacturer in the energy storage and electric vehicle space.
Together, we are searching for an Electrical Procurement Manager. In this role, you will own the end-to-end strategy, sourcing, commercial performance, supplier portfolio, and risk profile for assigned high-voltage and low-voltage electrical commodities.
In this role, you will have a number of responsibilities including:
  • Own a multi-year commodity strategy that aligns with all technology, product, sustainability and financial efforts.
  • Lead all analysis efforts for make vs buy discussions.
  • Prepare all procurement financing analysis and documentation to enable intelligent business decisions.
The ideal candidate will have a background similar to the below:
  • This person will have a background working in a start-up style environment where you have worn multiple hats across an ever evolving procurement department.
  • You will have a strong negotiation background, engaging with suppliers and identifying strong business opportunities.
  • You will have a minimum of 7 years working in a commodity management / procurement management position.
  • You will have an extensive background across a variety of electrical commodities.
If this sounds like the kind of position you would like to be considered for, please follow the link and apply!
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