What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Analyst position at Clarios?
As a Procurement Analyst within our Direct Materials Procurement team, you will support the analysis, negotiation, and procurement of direct materials for a defined set of commodities. You’ll play a critical role in executing and refining commodity strategies that align with corporate goals for total landed cost reduction, supply assurance, and operational excellence. This role demands strategic supplier management, collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders, and continuous improvement in sourcing performance across a multi-plant environment. The job reports to the Director – Direct Material Procurement and targets supporting certain commodities and commodity managers.
This position is eligible to be included in Clarios’ Procurement rotation program offering rotating 1-year roles within Direct Material Procurement, Logistics Procurement, Indirect & IT procurement & Global Logistics management.
This position’s tentative start is June 2026.
What You Will Do
- Analyze historical and current spend data to identify cost savings, consolidation, and efficiency opportunities.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track procurement performance, savings initiatives, and compliance metrics.
- Build total cost of ownership (TCO) and should-cost models to support supplier selection and business case development.
- Monitor market trends, price indices, and cost drivers to inform procurement decisions.
- Help manage supplier relationships, including tracking KPIs and addressing basic supplier issues.
- In subsequent rotations in Logistics Procurement, Indirect & IT Procurement, and Global Logistics. You can expect responsibilities to be similar to those noted above but slightly different given the different commodity structures and operational levels of engagement with stakeholders.
How You Will Do It
- Prepare presentations and reports for internal customers and management.
- Maintain data accuracy within ERP, procurement, and analytics systems.
- Help optimize digital procurement tools, e-sourcing platforms, or contract management software.
- Assist in contract reviews, compliance checks, and maintaining contract documentation in systems.
- Identify and support process improvement initiatives within procurement and supply chain operations.
- Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and audit controls.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders (engineering, manufacturing, finance, legal, quality) to understand requirements and align procurement strategies.
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, logistics, engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of internship experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, or related field
- Travel up to 10%
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data models) and working knowledge of PowerPoint and Word
- Experience using ERP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or JDE) and e-procurement platforms (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer, Zycus, etc.)
- Solid understanding of procurement processes, supplier negotiations, and contract management fundamentals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present findings and influence stakeholders at multiple levels
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What you get:
- Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave programs
- All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
- Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
- HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
- Clarios has been recognized as one of 2025's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the third consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.
Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.
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