Purchasing Manager (Equipment Procurement)

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Manager, Equipment Procurement

Department: PurchDD

Report To: Sr. Manager, Purchasing

Location: Holland, MI

Work Arrangement: On-site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Employment Classification: Exempt

Schedule: Monday – Friday | Standard Business Hours (Schedule may vary based on business needs.)

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.

Position Summary:

The Purchasing Manager leads the Purchasing department and is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier management, procurement operations, and purchasing compliance. This role develops procurement strategies, oversees supplier relationships and contracts, manages departmental performance, and partners with internal stakeholders and global headquarters to deliver cost-effective purchasing solutions that support manufacturing operations and business objectives.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead the Purchasing team and oversee daily procurement operations to ensure timely acquisition of materials, equipment, construction services, and indirect goods.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies that optimize cost, quality, supplier performance, and supply continuity.
• Oversee supplier sourcing, qualification, contract negotiations, performance management, and strategic supplier relationships to improve cost, quality, and delivery.
• Review and approve purchase orders, supplier agreements, contracts, and related procurement documentation.
• Analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, budgets, and market conditions to support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Prepare and present purchasing reports, forecasts, and performance metrics to leadership and global headquarters.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Legal, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Facilities, to support purchasing initiatives and capital projects.
• Coordinate contract reviews with Legal and ensure agreements are approved, documented, and properly maintained.
• Monitor purchase orders, supplier lead times, project schedules, and on-time delivery.
• Develop and maintain standardized purchasing processes that align with global procurement standards across North American operations.
• Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize business disruptions.
• Manage departmental budgets, purchasing forecasts, and spending analyses.
• Evaluate supplier performance and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, internal controls, regulatory requirements, and ethical business practices.
• 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

Leadership Responsibilities:

All leadership positions are expected to:

• Lead by example by demonstrating LG Energy Solution's Core Values, policies, and standards in all actions and decisions.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment while holding team members accountable for safety, quality, attendance, performance, and workplace expectations.
• Develop, coach, and mentor team members through regular feedback, performance management, recognition, and professional development.
• Communicate business objectives, operational priorities, expectations, and organizational updates clearly, consistently, and in a timely manner.
• Build collaborative relationships across departments to support operational excellence and achieve business objectives.
• Make timely, informed decisions, resolve issues effectively, and take ownership of outcomes.
• Lead and support organizational change by communicating, implementing, and reinforcing new initiatives, processes, and business priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, cost, efficiency, and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and ethical business standards.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, accountability, and sound judgment in all interactions and leadership decisions.
• Report and escalate business, operational, safety, quality, or personnel concerns in a timely manner to support effective decision-making and issue resolution.
• Perform additional leadership responsibilities appropriate to the position level and business needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or MS preferred, or equivalent, relevant experience
• Minimum of 8 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience with strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract management, and supplier performance management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPSM, CPM, or equivalent purchasing certification.
• Experience supporting capital equipment, construction, or global manufacturing operations.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP purchasing systems.
• Bilingual (Korean/English)

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Procurement Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Budget & Cost Analysis
• Risk Management
• Project Management
• ERP Systems (SAP preferred)
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Critical Thinking
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Organization & Time Management
• Continuous Improvement

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Primarily performed in an office environment with regular interaction in manufacturing and warehouse areas.
• Frequent walking throughout production and warehouse facilities.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and use a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in manufacturing areas.
• Occasional domestic and international travel may be required to support suppliers, headquarters, and business operations.

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.