Publication Date: Aug 12, 2026
Location:
Salzgitter, DE
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Company: PowerCo SE
Level of Experience: Trainees
Job Function: Procurement
Job ID: 4819
Trainee of Business Resilience (all genders)
Who we are
Our mission has started. We are starting our own battery cell production in Battery Valley in Salzgitter and ramping up our headquarters for global cell production. The Procurement department is the interface to the supplier market and is thus responsible for a large part of the value creation. The responsibilities range from raw material purchasing to supplier management and plant purchasing to value engineering.
Your role and key responsibilities
Rotation through three different departments within the Procurement area
One international rotation abroad lasting two months
Full integration into projects and day-to-day Procurement operations
Analysis of operational and strategic supply chain risks
Development of mitigation measures
Cross-functional collaboration with relevant stakeholders
What you bring to the team
Finished Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering or a related field
Fluent in English (B2+); German is a plus
Solid knowledge of MS Office, ideally also Ivalua and Power BI
Initial practical experience in mobility, preferably with a focus on EV supply chains and/or risk management
What makes you stand out
Initial experience in the automotive or battery industry, ideally with a focus on sustainability and/or data analytics
Structured way of working and strong communication skills
High level of self-motivation, initiative, and willingness to learn
What to look forward to
Start date on the 1st October 2026
Rotations to different departments to ensure better understanding of the respective area.
A Learning and Development Journey
Diverse work environment with strong team-spirit
Project ownership through which you can actively take part in shaping the future of e-mobility
Health and wellness programs
Regular social events
Corporate Benefits
Company: PowerCo SE
Location:
Salzgitter, DE
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Job Function: Procurement
Level of Experience: Trainees
Job ID: 4819
Publication Date: Aug 12, 2026
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Are you a battery believer?
PowerCo was founded in 2022 to become a global battery champion. Headquartered in Germany, we are currently ramping up gigafactories in Salzgitter, Valencia and St. Thomas in Canada with a total volume of up to 200 GWh. We are integrating the entire value chain and building a supply chain as local as possible. With that we are driving the development of a strong, sustainable battery industry in Europe and North America.
Questions?
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Benefits
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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.
