Entry Level Procurement Business Partner Jobs

Title: Specialist I, Equipment Procurement
Department: PurchDD
Team: Purchasing
Report to: Manager, Equipment Procurement
Location: Holland, MI
Work Arrangement: On-site
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm; Standard Business Hours | Schedule may vary based on business needs. Occasional support outside normal business hours may be required for international coordination.

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 Specialist I, Equipment Procurement supports purchases of manufacturing equipment, spare parts, maintenance supplies, and general goods and services. This role gathers quotes, prepares purchase orders, and tracks deliveries under established purchasing procedures. Working with internal requesters and suppliers, the specialist resolves routine order issues and escalates pricing, scope, or delivery exceptions.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Review assigned purchase requests for specifications, quantities, required dates, and documented approvals. Follow up with requesters on missing information.
• Request quotes from suppliers and prepare comparisons of price, scope, lead time, freight, and warranty for review.
• Create and update purchase orders in the ERP system after required approvals. Confirm order details and delivery dates with suppliers.
• Track open orders for equipment, spare parts, supplies, and services. Flag delays that could affect installation, maintenance, or production.
• Coordinate with Receiving and Accounts Payable to resolve routine quantity, receipt, or invoice discrepancies. Escalate unresolved items and proposed changes to commercial terms.
• Maintain quote, supplier onboarding, approval, and order records for traceability.
• Participate in required training and maintain regular and reliable on-site attendance.

• 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

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, purchasing, logistics, operations, finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Ability to follow established purchasing procedures, resolve routine order discrepancies, and escalate exceptions involving price, scope, or delivery commitments.
• Basic understanding of supplier sourcing, purchasing processes, and material requirements.
• Ability to compare supplier quotes, check purchasing records for accuracy, and communicate order status.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 0–3 years of relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, sourcing, material planning, inventory control, or manufacturing.
• Exposure to supplier communication, quote requests, purchase order processing, or delivery follow-up in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using SAP or another ERP/MRP system.
• Familiarity with purchasing data, cost analysis, supplier performance metrics, or spend analysis.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement or Lean manufacturing principles.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn and effectively use SAP, ERP/MRP, procurement, and company systems.
• Strong accountability and follow-through.
• Prioritize orders by required date and communicate missing information or delivery risks promptly.
• Follow approval requirements and maintain accurate records from request through receipt.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Primarily works in an office environment with regular interaction with manufacturing, warehouse, and material storage areas.
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, with periodic standing and walking throughout the facility.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering designated manufacturing or warehouse areas.
• May require occasional interaction with suppliers, vendors, or other company locations.
• May require occasional domestic travel to support supplier or business activities.
• May require work outside normal business hours as needed to support production schedules, supplier issues, global teams, or business needs.

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.