Procurement Project Manager
MSCCN - Milwaukee, WI
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What you will do- As a Procurement Product Manager, you will play a crucial role in operating and managing the procurement portfolio of suppliers to support the strategic growth and investments to deliver new and replacement manufacturing capacity. This leader should have a strong capability to manage complex business accounts and relationships that support Clarios business growth. The manager will need to analyze and leverage an array of technical and financial data to inform and drive improvement in these key supplier account relationships, develop forward-looking demand curves, and inform supplieru2019s own business strategies. You will have the opportunity to manage our global and regional partners across the supplier landscape in supporting the companyu2019s growth plans and objectives. In this position, you will collaborate closely with many different functions as you represent the procurement team as the project lead to support all needs for the project. This role reports directly to the Sr. Director Enterprise Sourcing at our Milwaukee Headquarters How you will do it- u25cf Create and drive Project sourcing strategies for assigned projects globally that align with the Regional Sourcing teams. u25cf Ensure project sourcing objectives, actions and priorities are aligned both with key stakeholders. u25cf Procurement of all capex and supplies needed to bring manufacturing capacity online (systems, sub-systems, equipment, and spare parts) and services (consulting, engineering and planning) for the assigned specialist areas or investment projects. u25cf Plays a key role in supporting the drafting of the capital approval that will ultimately be approved by leadership. u25cf Plan, lead and execute negotiations of commercial terms and contracting for supply agreements as needed within projects. u25cf Drive awareness of supply issues within the project, clarifying business impact and lead resolution plans. u25cf Interact with Engineering and Operations teams to develop project statement of requirements u25cf Drive cost improvement, savings, below market costs, and extended payment terms that drive free trade working capital u25cf Monitor and engage needed services for installation and ongoing maintenance and support u25cf Drive the CapEx bid and award process including RFQ development and timing to meet program requirements in coordination with all the regional procurement teams. u25cf Participate in development projects related to CapEx purchases, IT implementation and operational efficiencies projects u25cf Monitor and evaluate supplier relationships and ensure the highest quality and technology available in conjunction with competitive prices and industry standard terms and conditions u25cf Work closely with Project Management to monitor supplier performance metrics and actively participate in the tracking and reporting of said metrics to drive supplier accountability. What we look for - Required u25cf Bacheloru2019s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field u25cf 5-8 years of experience in Procurement, Operations and Engineering with hands-on experience in Capital Equipment and Direct Materials Sourcing. u25cf Direct experience in sourcing in China a plus u25cf Some Travel required Preferred u25cf Strong Negotiation Skills u25cf Strong written and oral communication skills u25cf Strong analytical and planning skills u25cf Experience in Capital and Construction Procurement What we do here- A dynamic and global market leader, Clarios is one of the largest suppliers of energy storage solutions and powers one in every three cars worldwide. From Low Voltage Lithium-ION to AGM, we have the broadest, most efficient and innovative energy storage portfolio to meet our customers' varied challenges in bringing new vehicles, from conventional to fully electric, to market. We consider every stage of a batteryu2019s life and take a whole lifecycle approach from materials selection to design through production. Sustainability and responsible battery management is at the heart of everything we do. What you get: + Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching u2013 all starting on date of hire + Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts + Parental and caregiver leave programs + All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits + Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership + HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility + Clarios has been recognized as one of 2025's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the third consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction. Who we are: Clarios is the force behind the worldu2019s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materialsu2014setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, weu2019re not just making batteries; weu2019re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clariosu2014where your power meets endless possibilities. Veterans/Military Spouses: We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passionu2014where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics. We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report (. We want you to know your rights ( because EEO is the law. A Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process. To all recruitment agencies : Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs. Clarios is the creator behind the worldu2019s most recognizable car battery brands. We are the car battery found in most new vehicles including leading brands such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Our 16,000 employees develop, manufacture, and distribute batteries for virtually every type of vehicle. We recover, recycle, and reuse up to 99% of our battery materials, leading sustainability practices in our industry. A Note to Job Applicants : Please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.
Created: 2026-01-28