Senior Supplier Management Coordinator

Our Story and Why We're Growing

We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company.

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive.  You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us!

About the Role

For the initial ramp-up phase of our North American operations we are looking for a Supplier Management Coordinator who wants to CELLebrate in fast-paced and fast-changing environments. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Battery Components & Supplier Management, this role is responsible for driving transparency in project progress by creating and delivering regular reports. It represents PowerCo Canada's Supplier Management team in groupwide project meetings, such as Pilothalle, and plays a key role in establishing and maintaining process standards aligned with headquarters, ensuring their consistent application across Canada. Additionally, the position serves as the main point of contact for creating visibility into global Supplier Management activities.

This is a flex hybrid work structure, where employees can work both remotely and on-site at our St. Thomas location.

Key Responsibilities

•    Analyze project requirement framework (e.g. pre-series and series demands, milestone timings and TBT) to ensure precise alignment and project objectives and timelines.
•    Translate technical and timing requirements into clear, actionable insights for cross-functional teams to enhance supplier management effectiveness.
•    Develop and maintain a robust communication network across brands and regions by identifying and engaging key technical and procurement stakeholders.
•    Align with Salzgitter the latest  working processes and job-splits and ensure these are implemented at St. Thomas organization
•    Create a transparent project plan that shows delays and deviations accurately and in a timely manner. Derive conclusions from project status e.g. highlight critical path, escalation etc.
•    Lead supplier engagement efforts by organizing and facilitating key meetings (e.g., QTR, Kick-off, Commitment, Troubleshooting), ensuring documented accountability via signatures and system uploads.
•    Independent development of the brand strategy and coordination of global procurement strategies for the overall project
•    Maintain a strategic overview of tool suppliers  globally, assessing their capabilities, part-specific tool timelines, and aligning them with project needs and quality benchmarks.
•    Provide timely and comprehensive project status updates in cross-functional and escalation forums (e.g., SteerCo., , CSC, Pilothalle, and board meetings), facilitating strategic decision-making.
•    Support and participation in product retreats, cost retreats, TOP-Q discussions, pilot halls, etc.
•    Independently present project status and strategy to stakeholders, including leadership and when required, to top management or board-level meetings, clearly outlining key risks, opportunities, and their potential impact on the business.
•    Advising other people holding positions in PowerCo group globally  , its subsidiaries/associate companies, or cooperating organizations upon request and in consultation with the appropriate people responsible.
•    Coordination of sourcing planning with all project managers and specialist group tandems
•    Support planning and commissioning of capacities for COP components
•    Support in dealing with bottleneck situations during start-up
•    Independent and proactive participation & responsibility for a product team as well as representation in management
•    Independent and proactive initiation and implementation of procurement-relevant processes analogous to PEP
•    Performing individual task-related duties in accordance with the knowledge and experience of the position holder.

What you bring to the Team

•    Bachelor degree, in business, engineering or similar or related fields
•    At least 5 years working experience (pref. in the automotive industry)
•    Background in working across borders or participating in globally distributed teams would be an asset.
•    Experience in project management/-steering preferred
•    Proven conflict management and problem-solving skills.
•    Experience communicating and working cross-functionally with all internal and external teams.
•    Affinity for numbers and measurable results.
•    Knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint and Power Bi
•    Pronounced strategic thinking skills.
•    High sense of responsibility.
•    Strong organizational skills.
•    Sense of urgency while maintaining attention to detail.
•    Stress tolerance/succeed in a fast-paced environment.
•    Self-motivated/ambitious.
•    Being open minded and willing to adapt.
•    Accepts and supports change.
•    Outstanding communicating skill Speaking Fluent in English. German is a big bonus.

Power Perks

•    Attractive Remuneration: We offer a competitive and attractive remuneration that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions.
•    Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don’t need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.
•    Opportunities for development
•    Relocation Support
•    Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.
•    Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package with extended health care, dental, vision and mental health support.
•    Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute the equivalent of 5% to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.
•    And much more!

*This is a flex hybrid work structure, where employees can work both remotely and on-site. However, please note all hybrid work arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions of our hybrid work policy as may be amended from time to time.

Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.