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Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as an Indirect Sourcing Analyst II? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!

Responsibilities

Meet the Recruiter: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anhmartin/) Anh Martin

Summary:

Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you’ll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation.

Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation.

Job Summary:

The Indirect Sourcing Analyst II is responsible for executing indirect procurement activities at Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) across categories such as IT, facilities, professional services, and MRO. This role supports sourcing strategy execution by managing RFx events, analyzing spend data, and contributing to contract and supplier management efforts. The Analyst II partners closely with internal stakeholders and global teams to drive sourcing initiatives that deliver cost reduction, compliance, and operational efficiency. This position requires growing analytical acumen, attention to detail, and effective cross-functional collaboration. It offers the opportunity to deepen sourcing capabilities within a dynamic, fast-paced, and globally connected manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties:

Spend and Data Analysis:

+ Analyze spend and supplier data to identify cost savings and supplier consolidation opportunities

+ Assist in developing should-cost models and perform benchmarking and market analyses

+ Create dashboards and sourcing performance reports using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools

+ Ensure data accuracy and integrity in all reporting and analysis activities

Strategic Sourcing Execution:

+ Coordinate and manage RFx processes, including development of bid packages, supplier communications, and event scheduling

+ Draft and issue RFQs for standardized goods and services; compile supplier quotes for analysis

+ Evaluate supplier responses and provide comparative analysis to support stakeholder decision-making

+ Draft basic contract documents and facilitate contract reviews with Legal, Risk, and Compliance teams

+ Gain practical experience with ERP, CLM, and eSourcing platforms (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, Ivalua)

Supplier and Contract Management:

+ Support supplier onboarding, due diligence, and risk assessment activities

+ Track supplier performance using KPIs and assist with quarterly business reviews and corrective action plans

+ Monitor and update contract databases to ensure compliance, renewal readiness, and audit preparedness

Stakeholder Engagement and Compliance:

+ Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to define requirements and gather sourcing inputs

+ Train internal users on procurement tools and promote sourcing best practices and compliance

+ Support procurement policy adherence through reporting, communication, and process documentation

+ Assist in translating stakeholder needs into actionable sourcing requirements and solutions

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:

+ To ensure health and safety in the workplace and for employee protection, wearing PPE is a possibility and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. A respirator fit test will be required based on functional area.

_The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job._

Qualifications

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred:

Education:

+ **Required:** Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, STEM, or related field

+ **Preferred:** Advanced coursework/certification in strategic sourcing or procurement

Essential Qualifications:

+ 2 - 4 years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain, preferably in indirect categories

+ Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and sourcing tools/platforms

+ Knowledge of RFx management, supplier evaluation techniques, and basic contract terms

+ Strong communication, prioritization, and stakeholder engagement skills

+ Willingness to learn and use procurement systems, eSourcing platforms, and ERP tools

+ Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

+ Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience sourcing in MRO, IT, or facilities categories

+ Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM) and eSourcing platforms (Ariba, Coupa, Ivalua)

+ Exposure to ESG, sustainability, or supplier diversity programs

+ Experience in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement environments

+ Self-starter with a proactive approach to learning and problem solving

+ Experience collaborating with global or offshore teams

+ Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese for effective cross-cultural communication

Preferred Certification(s):

+ CPSM or CSCP in progress

+ Lean Six Sigma White or Yellow Belt

Physical Demands:

**Physical Activities:** Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:

+ Sit: 40%

+ Walk: 30%

+ Stand: 20%

+ Lift: 10%

**Required Lifting and Carrying:** _Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%), Continuous (67-100%)_

For this position, the required frequency is:

+ Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional

+ Up to 20 lbs.: Not Required

+ Up to 35 lbs.: Not Required

+ Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

Who We Are:

Meet Panasonic Energy (https://careers.na.panasonic.com/life-at-panasonic) ! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-x\_hDfMqb0) .

This is an exciting time to join us as we expand our operations to De Soto, Kansas and build the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory. We will provide you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

Where You'll Be:

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

Benefits & Perks - What's in It for You:

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

+ Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance

+ Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month

+ Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment

+ Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition

+ Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning

+ Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program

+ Inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging

+ Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization

+ Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.

Supplemental Information:

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

_Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction._

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.

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