Specialist, Value Engineering and Energy Spend

Overview 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 The Specialist/Analyst, Energy Spend & Value Engineering will drive value engineering and energy cost optimization across the EV battery cell procurement function, supporting both Energy and Central Procurement teams. It focuses on strategic cost modeling, supplier collaboration, and identifying efficiency opportunities in energy sourcing and usage. The position enables cross-functional alignment to reduce total cost of ownership while enhancing sustainability and operational value. This is a flex hybrid work structure, where employees can work both remotely and on-site at our St. Thomas location. Key Responsibilities Energy Budgeting & Invoice Verification (30%) Support the preparation of energy cost forecasts and budgets in collaboration with Operations’ team. Verify utility and supplier invoices for accuracy, flag discrepancies, and support resolution with utilities, suppliers, and province’s energy regulators. Track actual vs. forecasted energy spend and provide variance analysis. Supplier & Contract Optimization (20%) Support negotiations with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable contract terms. Evaluate supplier performance and contract structures to reduce risk and improve long-term value. Conduct cost forecasts and variance analyses. Identify cost risks and implement mitigation strategies. Design-to-Cost Strategy Development (30%) Partner with engineering and suppliers to embed cost-conscious design principles into battery cell components. Drive early-stage cost visibility to influence design decisions and optimize total cost of ownership. Monitor cost projects costs and identify deviations from budget. Energy & Sustainability Alignment (5%) Support procurement strategies that align with corporate sustainability goals, including renewable energy adoption. Collaborate with internal teams to identify energy efficiency improvements across operations and supply chain. Cross-Functional Value Projects (20%) Lead or contribute to cross-functional initiatives focused on process optimization and cost avoidance. Facilitate collaboration between procurement, engineering, operation and finance to unlock value across the product lifecycle. Collaborate closely with project managers, procurement, finance and operation teams. Support tender and contract evaluations from a cost perspective. Data Analysis & Tools Proficient with MS Office Suite (especially MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint, MS-Outlook), PowerBI, Tableau and other analytical tools to manage energy data, budgets, and forecasts. Experience with SAP is advantageous. What You Bring To The Team Education: Master’s degree preferred in Engineering Management, Energy Economics, Sustainable Energy, Business Administration (MBA), or Supply Chain Strategy. Experience: with coordination of global teams is a strong plus. German language skills are considered an asset. High degree of intercultural awareness and sensitivity. Experience with SAP SuccessFactors is considered an asset. Cost Modeling & Analysis – Ability to build and interpret cost models for energy and materials. Cost Estimation – Skilled in estimating ideal costs based on technical and market data. Energy Market Knowledge – Understanding of electricity and renewable energy markets and pricing mechanisms. Value Engineering Techniques – Familiarity with design-to-cost, function analysis, and product teardown methods. Data Analysis & Visualization – Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or Python for analyzing procurement and cost data. Comfortable working cross-functionally with finance, operations, sustainability, and external suppliers. 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 to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr