Vp, Procurement Jobs

e-Zinc is an energy storage venture based in Toronto with a breakthrough technology poised to disrupt the market. As the global energy grid moves to higher levels of penetration of renewable energy, there will be an exponential increase in demand for low-cost, flexible, long-duration energy storage. This is the market targeted by e-Zinc, the first in the world to “metalize” electricity.

e-Zinc is on an incredible trajectory, which is illustrated by many significant funding and award milestones that recognize its unique technology and strong business plan, including:

• Won a $1.6M grant through Breakthrough Energy Solutions Canada
• Won a USD $1.3M grant through California Energy Commission
• Won a $2M grant from Sustainable Technology Development Canada
• Recently closed a $30M Series A financing (Dec 2021)
• Named to the Global Cleantech 100 as one of the top 100 most promising cleantech companies across the world

Now that the company is well-capitalized, e-Zinc is now looking to expand its talented team to bring its technology to market to support the renewable energy transformation.

Opportunity

e-Zinc is searching for an experienced and talented Vice President, Procurement to work with the Operations Team. This position will be accountable for building the procurement/supply chain function while overseeing the day-to-day activities to bring our product through development and into commercialization. Based out of Etobicoke, this role will report to the Chief Operating Officer.

Position Scope And Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and logistics organization and establish process and procedures including the identification and implementation of a configuration management tool
• Ensure delivery, cost, performance, and overall quality to pre aligned Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in support of Manufacturing relationships, new components, prototypes, and production products
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to manage suppliers to ensure production readiness, assurance of supply and delivery, cost, performance, and overall quality in support of NPI, MP builds, and sustaining operations
• Oversee the technical investigative actions for highly complex supplier issues, production qualification issues and yield improvement items to ensure proper and prompt resolution
• Report to the Project's senior leadership team at regular intervals on Supplier performance, critical issues, change management and/or mitigation activities
• Determine system cost and lead ongoing cost down activity to meet and exceed product cost targets
• Develop and maintain goals and metrics for existing and new products and report regularly on progress
• Drive and participate in the development of system/process improvements and supply chain solutions across organizational teams
• Make vs. Buy analysis to determine best practical and most cost-efficient approach on subassemblies, spoke and hub model and components inclusive of design
• Develop and execute global supply chain strategies, including driving Requests for Quotes/Supply (RFx)
• Point of contact for all technical teams regarding product level needs. Collaborate with internal partners to manage battery system relationships, strategy, contractual/SOW engagements

Required Qualifications

• Disciplined and hard working
• Personal accountability and commitment to achieving and exceeding goals and objectives
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business administration, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, mechanical engineering, or material science
• Mastery in Purchasing with extensive experience in Supply chain and Logistics management
• High level of maturity, integrity and personal effectiveness
• Motivated to strive and succeed in a start-up environment
• Experience with bringing up emerging technologies in automotive, fuel cells or the renewable space
• Proven track record in commercial and operational concepts such as contract negotiations, demand forecast, order placement, costs, and yields
• Strong experience with MS Office Suite of products
• Exceptional communications skills – oral, written, and presentation skills

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing chemicals and precious metals
• Prior experience working with a technology start-up
• Have a network of components manufacturers, CM’s and chemical contacts in the Battery, Automotive and Energy sector
• Six Sigma experience

Studies show that individuals in underrepresented groups tend to not apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the listed criteria. If you find you are passionate about a role and meet a good portion of the items listed, we encourage you to apply!

At e-Zinc we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where we consider, celebrate, and embrace diversity. We thrive in an environment of mutual respect and welcome all applicants.Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodations, please email [email protected].