Job description

Wallbox is a global company, dedicated to changing the way the world uses energy. We do this by creating smart charging systems that combine innovative technology with outstanding design and manage the communication between vehicle, grid, building, and charger.
Founded in 2015, with headquarters in Barcelona and selling already in over 80+ countries, our mission is to facilitate the adoption of electric vehicles today to make more sustainable use of energy tomorrow. Our talent has no borders - we welcome over 900 Wallboxers from over 45 nationalities in Europe, Asia, and the Americas!
We’re listed on the NYSE (WBX) and have been recently named amongst LinkedIn’s top 3 Spanish startups.

About the role:
For our new production plant in Arlington (TX), Wallbox is looking for a Lead Buyer to ensure that the organization selects the most appropriate suppliers, for the achievement of the economic, quality and service objectives, and to manage all assigned suppliers and lead all purchasing activities for the projects we develop.

Responsibilities:

• Alongside the Purchasing Director, you will be responsible for the negotiation of the cost, terms, quality, technology and delivery with the suppliers.
• Must fully understand customer needs, keeping up to date with market knowledge and trends and reacting to changes as key elements of the role. Maximizing profits and providing solid contracts with suppliers at competitive prices.
• Manage the supplier performance, identify risks, and develop/implement strategic buying plans to assure fulfilment of business objectives (develop, promote, globalize, replace or reduce supplier panel size), provide quantifiable achievements, and monitor scores.
• A Lead Buyer is an active member of the Project team during Development. The main role is to coordinate with Engineering and Project Management, all assigned suppliers and lead all purchasing activities across functions and departments. The Lead Buyer goals are aligned with Project goals and are monitored weekly with the Purchasing Director and the Project Manager.
• Lead all supplier communications for Engineering changes, minimizing cost impact, and coordinating timing and samples with Project team, and Operations Team.
• Manage ongoing communications with suppliers and resolve issues using the escalation matrix.
• Identify, propose and implement changes to improve buying or procurement procedures.
• Responsible for understanding the use of the supply chain knowledge to contribute to his optimization together with the Logistics Department and Supplier.

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering or Business Administration/Economics
• Proven purchasing experience of minimum 3-5 years in similar position (Experience in PCBA development preferred), preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• High level negotiation abilities
• Strong analytical with strong proven problem solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Interpersonal skills to work in a cross-functional team
• Leadership skills, ability to focus and results orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against project milestones
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of automotive processes and components and supply chain management
• Computer literate, include advanced Excel skill
• Keen attention to detail, open minded and accuracy
• Commercially and financially aware

Benefits:

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• Hybrid remote policy: up to 2 days WFH.
• 401k plan with company contribution.
• Flexible work schedule and PTO policy.
• Be part of a young, international, entrepreneurial and talented team working in a fast-paced and vibrant environment with growing position in the US market.
• Be a pioneer and build our company’s presence in a new market.

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