North America Sourcing Leader

Nidec

Lexington, TN, USA
Supplier relationship management
Cost reduction strategies
Supply chain optimization
Responsible for managing sourcing activities for Power Americas, within the assigned commodity, to improve productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness with our supply base

Job Summary

  • Responsible for managing sourcing activities for Power Americas, within the assigned commodity, to improve productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness with our supply base.
  • Develop strategy, manage suppliers, analyze data, coordinate activities, negotiate commercial conditions, and find creative solutions to problems impacting the organization.
  • Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.

Matching Summary

Responsible for managing sourcing activities for Power Americas, within the assigned commodity, to improve productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness with our supply base.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Supplier relationship management
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Negotiate commercial conditions
  • Data analytics for improvement

Nice-to-have

  • Creative problem solving
  • Influencing peers and suppliers
  • Team-oriented communication

Key Requirements

  • 2-3 years commodity SQE/SQA/buyer experience
  • RFI/RFQ sourcing process knowledge
  • Supplier development experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5 years prior relevant experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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