Purchasing Agent- MRO/Equip/Spare Parts

At BlueOval SK, we will lead the transformation of the electric vehicle (EV) battery business through partnership (Joint Venture formed by Ford and SK On) to provide products and processes to increase our customers’ experience. As the future of BlueOval SK, you will help lead the battery revolution by working alongside our teams as we build the batteries required for electric vehicle business excellence. 

Ford and SK On are investing billions in Kentucky and Tennessee including building three state-of-the art battery manufacturing facilities between the two campuses at BlueOval City in Tennessee and BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky. These brand-new advanced manufacturing facilities will use Ford’s 100-years of automobile manufacturing expertise and SK On’s 30+ years of electric vehicle battery expertise to become the world’s best battery manufacturer.

BlueOval SK is seeking procurement talent capable to sourcing required components or service for business and partner with our parent organizations and suppliers.  An individual willing to take on the challenge of building something new and to proactively develop, communicate, and implement the best solutions will find an enjoyable and rewarding experience in this role. Key responsibilities include:

• Purchase MRO/equipment/spare parts items/service and expedited material as needed at the best price from reliable sources, consistent with established standards for items, quality, quantities
• Support global-based efforts to drive effective procurement of MRO categories.
• Maintain documents; complete purchase orders/contracts/offer sheets; Vendor Management; source new suppliers as needed; consider the costs of materials and shipping cost
• Go through the costs, make sure they are accurate and justify the costs, based on project needs; distribute all vouchers and ensure they are attached to invoices for Finance approval.
• Update and maintain information to include material description, HTSUS No, duty ratio, origins; manufacturer, agent, and supplier- company/certification/ factory address, material picture, unit price, PO quantity/ amount, packing method, basic quantity per packing unit (pallet, bag, etc.) and basic quantity per delivery method (truck, 20ft container, etc.)
• Resolve potential discrepancies with invoicing or materials to ensure requests and bills are processed accurately and in a timely manner
• Communicate with customs, freight brokers and vendors to ensure shipment of purchased material
• Maintain material master and purchasing data (i.e. part#, part SPEC, mode of transport, lead times, payment terms, and pricing) and recommended supplier on each item.
• Work closely with internal customers to avoid any adverse impact such as supplier delivery delays or receiving errors.
• Maintain processes, manuals, and work sheets; prepare and participate in audits/certifications
• Fluent in SAP MM Module 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Perform other duties and tasks as may be assigned or expected
• Demonstrated ability to report to work on a regular and consistent basis; work safely; and follow company policies and procedures
• Understand business requirements to support organizational Goals
• Get reports on key procurement/deliveries/results on a weekly basis
• Assign and direct work according to procurement/logistics plan
• Responsible for achieving, monitoring, and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)
• Confer with other managers or global staff to coordinate activities in related departments
• Collect and voice opinions when the revision and/or establishment of new work procedures are needed
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned and report to team manager or purchasing manager
• Stay up to date on industry trends and supply base

• 2+ years of Purchasing experience
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in Purchasing in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communications, interpersonal, leadership and computer skills
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organization skills
• Effective self-starter with multi-tasking experience
• Ability to guide and influence at all levels
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Experience in automotive/chemical manufacturing industry
• Experience in developing and purchasing automotive parts and managing procurement as a buyer or SQE
• Major in Chemistry or Chemistry Engineering
• Major in Electronic or Machinery Engineering
• Fluent Korean Speaker

About BlueOval SK

At BlueOval SK, we will lead the transformation of the electric vehicle (EV) battery business through partnership (Joint Venture formed by Ford and SK On) to provide products and processes to increase our customers’ experience. As the future of BlueOval SK, you will help lead the battery revolution by working alongside our teams as we build the batteries required for electric vehicle business excellence.  We have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career.

The Opportunity

Ford and SK On are investing billions in Kentucky and Tennessee including building three state-of-the art battery manufacturing facilities between the two campuses at BlueOval City in Tennessee and BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky. These brand-new advanced manufacturing facilities will use Ford’s 100-years of automobile manufacturing expertise and SK On’s 30+ years of electric vehicle battery expertise to become the world’s best battery manufacturer.

For more information about  BlueOval SK plans, please Follow this link.

What you’ll receive in return:

As part of the BlueOval SK family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition. If you have what it takes to help us lead the transformation of the EV battery business, we’d love to have you join us.

Benefits Include:

• 401k plan with retirement planning services
• 401k company matching after completing three months of service
• Medical and prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• Preventative Care
• Eligibility for great ancillary benefits including: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD), Employee Basic Life and Accidental Death Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and Employee Supplemental Life Insurance
• Access to Paid Time Off (PTO) after completing probationary period and Emergency PTO
• Parental Leave
• Access to Ford Vehicle Discount Program
• Climate-controlled working environment
• For a full list of benefits, visit our website: 
  • https://blueovalsk.com/opportunities

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Candidates for positions with BlueOval SK must be legally authorized to work in the United States. BlueOval SK does not sponsor employment VISAs for candidates at this time. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.