Specialist II, Procurement (Construction)

Job Summary

At LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc., the Specialist II, Procurement (Construction) will play a key role in managing procurement activities for indirect materials and equipment used in the construction and setup of manufacturing facilities and production lines.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for construction-related and indirect materials supporting plant expansion, facility build-out, and equipment installation.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, obtain quotes for goods and services (including installation), and support vendor selection.
• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders (POs) to ensure timely procurement aligned with construction and project schedules.
• Track purchase orders and coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and alignment with construction timelines.
• Perform cost analysis and support price negotiations to achieve competitive pricing and cost efficiencies for construction projects.
• Support contract negotiation and execution, including coordination of terms, pricing, and service agreements with vendors.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and construction teams to understand project requirements and ensure material and equipment availability.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, vendor information, and purchasing data, and support reporting and invoice/payment tracking activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in construction procurement or supply chain management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience in construction-related procurement, including factory construction, facility systems, and electrical or infrastructure-related projects.
• Experience managing purchase orders, contract administration, and settlement processes related to construction procurement.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and contract coordination within construction or project-based environments.

Skills

• Proven experience in global sourcing and supplier coordination, particularly for construction-related procurement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to make data-driven decisions and apply sound judgment based on analysis.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and coordination skills with internal teams, suppliers, and global stakeholders.
• Experience supporting cost analysis of purchased items, including understanding of cost structures and pricing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support operations and coordination with HQ and global teams.