Procurement Specialist 1

L-H Battery Company, Inc., located in Jeffersonville, Ohio, is a Joint venture of LG Energy Solution and Honda to manufacture large lithium-ion polymer batteries. Products from L-H Battery power a variety of innovative energy storage applications.

Established in 2023, L-H Battery is passionate about developing and maintaining a culture where our associates and customers understand their value and worth. we are making a positive impact and we want you to be a part of it!

Job Summary

This Job supports procurement activities for equipment, construction, and MRO purchases by assisting with sourcing, supplier communication, quotation analysis, purchase orders, and related procurement processes. Works closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to support timely and cost-effective procurement activities.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities for equipment, construction, and MRO purchases.
• Assist with RFQ/RFP activities, including preparing requests and collecting supplier quotations.
• Review and organize supplier quotations and prepare basic bid comparisons.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, delivery schedules, specifications, and other commercial matters.
• Support purchase order creation and maintenance in accordance with company procurement processes.
• Assist with supplier selection, negotiations, and follow-up activities under the guidance of senior procurement team members.
• Maintain procurement records, purchasing documentation, and supplier information.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and other functional teams, to support procurement activities.
• Monitor order status, delivery schedules, and outstanding procurement actions.
• Support cost analysis and other data-driven procurement activities.
• Perform other procurement-related duties and projects as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
• 0-3+ years of relevant experience
• Internship, academic, or work experience related to procurement, supply chain, purchasing, analytics, or business operations.
• Experience working with data analysis or reporting tools is preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and supplie
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to manage to larn procurement systems, processes and procedures
• Korean Bilingual proficiency a plus

Are you ready to join us in our journey toward a better world? Start your future with us, where we are building tomorrow, together. Welcome to L-H Battery Company!

What differentiates L-H Battery and makes us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Paid time off, including vacation & paid holidays
• Ability to earn compensatory time off
• Industry leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Shift premium (when assigned)
• 401K plan with company match
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth:

• Advancement opportunities
• Education reimbursement for continued learning
• Training and development programs

Additional Offerings:

• On-Site cafeteria
• On-Site recreational area
• On-Site wellness area
• Clean, climate-controlled environment

LGES-Honda Joint Venture, L-H Battery Company, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor