Responsibility Level: – Be responsible for overall management of all the designated commodities to support the company growth and profitability, with right supply base of the right cost, quality, technology, and service. – Be responsible for Supplier Sourcing, Supplier Management, Commodity Strategy, Supply Risk Management for Commodities like Separators, Pasting paper/Scrim, Additives, Chemicals or Packages etc. and overall VAVE project management (Idea generation, Idea to Project, Project to Launch) on all the designated commodities. Typical Duties: – Lead/Develop Commodity Strategies and ensure the implementation of the approved Strategies – Lead supplier sourcing/development to support new facility launch, new project, new initiatives and continuous improvement, including, but not limited to, supplier sourcing, contract negotiation, payment management, and engineering changes negotiations/management as needed. – Lead annual price/contract negotiations related to responsible commodities – Lead Cost down & VAVE initiatives across China related to responsible commodities – Build strategic relationship with Key Suppliers – Build supply base risk management system and countermeasure for possible risks supplier M&A, financial difficulties, lawsuits, capacity, people instability. – Lead and drive full process of related VAVE projects “Idea generation - Idea to Project - Project to Launch”. Regarding Project to Launch, Responsible as PM for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of projects related to the designated commodities ensuring consistency with VAVE commitments and goals. – Other duties as required. REQUIREMENTS: – Highly motivated, and proactive. Good negotiation skills. Teamwork. High communication skills working with cross functions and other regions. High ethic and integrity level – Bachelor’s degree – 8+ years’ experience with increasing responsibility in purchasing, program management, quality, or product design preferred – Must have demonstrated computer skills, including use of Excel and PowerPoint etc. – Fluent English and Mandarin WORKING CONDITIONS: – Position is in an office environment and requires frequent travel Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. We power progress through ever-smarter solutions for virtually every kind of vehicle. With 16,000 employees in over 140 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous ESG focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. Learn more about us at www.clarios.com. Clarios is the creator behind VARTA vehicle batteries, which are designed to deliver the optimal level of power and longevity for every kind of vehicle. Whether you need batteries for your heavy-duty commercial vehicle, your highly equipped car with Start-Stop, or any kind of electric vehicle – VARTA always offers the right technology for every energy demand. Equal Employment Opportunity: We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. To All Recruitment Agencies: Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs. Clarios is the creator behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands. We are the car battery found in most new vehicles including leading brands such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Our 16,000 employees develop, manufacture, and distribute batteries for virtually every type of vehicle. We recover, recycle, and reuse up to 99% of our battery materials, leading sustainability practices in our industry. A Note to Job Applicants: Please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.

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