Senior Buyer BESS

Job Overview

AESC is looking to add a Senior Buyer, Direct Purchasing-BESS to our team in Murfreesboro, TN. The role reports to the Sr. Manager, Direct Purchasing and is part of the Product Procurement Team. The Senior Buyer will lead strategic sourcing and procurement for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Electric Vehicle (EV) battery technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for EV and BESS battery components (electrode, cell, module, pack, DC / AC).
• Execute RFQ / RFP processes, cost breakdown analysis, and supplier selection using tools like SAP Ariba.
• Analyze spending data, develop category strategies, and drive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) decisions.
• Negotiate master purchasing agreements, pricing, delivery terms, and warranties with local and global suppliers.
• Lead commercial relationship management, including business reviews, contract enforcement, performance monitoring, and risk mitigation.
• Drive expansion of U.S. local supplier pool.
• Serve as primary escalation point for supplier issues related to cost, quality, and delivery.
• Translate technical drawings, BOMs, and specs into sourcing requirements.
• Partner with Engineering and R&D to influence design-for-cost and manufacturability decisions.
• Support NPI and prototype builds with timely sourcing of advanced and emerging battery technologies.
• Track and report procurement metrics such as cost savings, supplier performance, and sourcing risk.
• Contribute to continuous improvement programs focused on lead time reduction, working capital improvement, and supply chain sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with international trade, ESG, and industry-specific standards (IATF16949, ISO14001, RoHS, etc.).

Qualifications

Benefits

Application Process

Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your application helps us evaluate future opportunities. Our hiring team will review your submission and, if suitable, contact you for next steps. We appreciate your patience during our rapid growth period.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Physical Requirements

Work Environment

Perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Work may involve significant safety responsibilities; employees are expected to maintain a safe environment.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing

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