ABOUT ONE

Our Next Energy is paving the way for an electric future, innovating energy storage solutions that will rapidly expand the world’s ability to access sustainable power.

Get in on the ground floor of a disruptive pre-IPO start-up in one of the most exciting tech verticals: Energy Storage. Our Next Energy (ONE) is developing battery technology that will change daily life for millions of people. And we are looking for a wide variety of innovators to help engineer, test, improve, and manufacture our technology.

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Job Summary

In this role, the Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for sourcing and managing components that make up the building blocks of the Cell/Battery for ONE programs.

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for all commercial and strategic aspects of the awarding of new business, developing strong supplier relationships, and working side by side with our engineering counterparts to push the envelope of our technical requirements. You will also take the lead in making sure ONE can meet its cost targets, suppliers deliver to our aggressive timelines, and parts are received at the highest level of quality. In our team, we expect our people to own every aspect of the strategic sourcing process from start to finish and everything in between.

This individual must have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic working environment, leverage strong cross-functional working relationships and make sound business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Define the procurement strategy for your commodity
• Lead RFI/ RFQ/ RFP and strategic sourcing process
• Develop sourcing strategies by analyzing the supply base, market conditions, and technology roadmaps
• Lead contractual negotiations with suppliers on NDA’s, General Terms & Conditions and Production Supply Agreements
• Identify potential suppliers, analyze capabilities and develop a sourcing strategy and roadmap for ONE’s stakeholders
• Perform detailed analysis of quote submissions based on cost breakdown form data
• Drive and implement cost reductions on prototype and production vehicles through leveraged negotiations to achieve vehicle cost targets
• Manage supplier relationships and performance through key performance metrics
• Work closely alongside cell manufacturing engineering to understand and support their requirements. Review Engineering, Design & Development (ED&D) costs with Engineering leads to ensure best-in-class cost is attained
• Work closely alongside Program Management to support prototype requirements, execute against build milestones and track sourcing progress
• Support Supplier Quality plant audits and technical reviews
• Develop should-cost models and industry analysis of various battery cells materials

Desired Qualifications

You should be familiar with all, proficient with many, and expert at some of the following, in no particular order:

• BA / BS degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, Business, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in global supply management, including strategic sourcing, contract negotiation and supplier management in battery, automotive, consumer electronics or related industry
• 3+ years of experience sourcing Battery Packs or related components
• Strong knowledge of pricing models and industry trends, industry regulations, and best practices
• Demonstrated ability to identify process issues and drive improvements; good knowledge and experience with SAP or other ERPS systems
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organized and demonstrated ability as a strategic thinker. Ability to prioritize multiple projects, develop effective plans, coordinate change management, and see projects through to conclusion

We welcome you to apply even if you don’t match every requirement posted for this role. No one candidate will be a 100% perfect match to our description, so if you are passionate about working on decarbonizing energy and have similar experience to what we are looking for, we encourage you to apply. Diverse backgrounds and experiences promote innovation and our goal is to build a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work at a desk with a laptop
• Mobility to move between office space, test lab and manufacturing plant floor

Work Schedule

• Full-time 40 hours and generally scheduled Monday through Friday 8am-5pm EST
• Work schedule to be established with supervisor to ensure Company’s client and business needs are met
• Flexible work schedule and environment, see company policy if applicable

Experience

• 5 year(s): BA / BS degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, Business, or related field 5+ years of experience in global supply management, including strategic sourcing, contract negotiation and supplier management in battery, automotive, consumer electronics or related industry 3+ years of experience sourcing Battery Packs or related components

Education

• Bachelors or better in Business Administration or related field