Buyer 2, Indirect Purchasing

Nissan Motor Corporation; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan is seeking a Buyer 2, Indirect Purchasing in Franklin, TN to lead strategic sourcing for IT services, software and professional services. You will negotiate contracts, manage suppliers, and collaborate with IT, Legal, Finance, and regional teams to support global operations.

The role involves coordinating procurement activities for cloud hosting, data services, cybersecurity, and software development, with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance, risk management, and cost optimization.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related experience at a professional level.
• Bachelor’s degree OR 8 years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, including MS Excel, with proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to work on-site in Franklin, TN.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing for IT services, software and professional services procurement contracting, negotiation, and supplier management.
• Manage a portfolio that may include software, cloud hosting, data services, cybersecurity, and professional services.
• Collaborate with IT, Legal, Finance, Information Security, Privacy, Risk, Compliance, and regional procurement teams.
• Present to executive management and leadership on procurement initiatives.

Skills

Procurement experience

MS Excel

MS Office

Project management

On-site availability

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 8 years equivalent experience

Job description

Location: Franklin, TN
Job Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid (4 days on-site)
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree preferred
Sponsorship: No

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Buyer 2, Indirect Purchasing to join our team in Franklin, TN.

This position is responsible for leading strategic sourcing for IT Services, Software and Professional Services Procurement contracting, negotiation, and supplier management activities for technology supporting the organization’s global reinsurance, vehicle service contract, extended warranty, claims administration, and related financial services operations.

This role will manage a portfolio that may include extended warranty administration platforms, policy and contract management systems, claims processing applications, actuarial and financial reporting tools, cloud and hosting services, software development, systems integration, application maintenance, data services, cybersecurity solutions, and specialized professional services.

A Day in the Life

The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed, to support business objectives.

• Combine strong procurement and negotiation capabilities with a working understanding of enterprise software, IT services, insurance-related operations, data governance, and global regulatory requirements.

• Partner closely with business leadership, IT, Legal, Finance, Information Security, Privacy, Risk, Compliance, and regional procurement teams.

• Presentation to executive management and leadership regularly.

Who We’re Looking For

Required:

• 3-5 years of related experience at a professional level.

• Bachelor’s degree OR 8 years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree required. If Associate’s degree, must have 4 additional years of equivalent experience.

• Working knowledge of MS Office, including MS Excel, with proficiency in procurement software and tools.

• Project management experience.

• Ability to work on-site in Franklin, TN.

• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Desired:

• Commodity and market knowledge.

• Knowledge of commercial and legal regulations.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.

• Effective negotiation skills.

• Manufacturing process and cost analysis experience.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you’ll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Built for Your Best:

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Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees — with shared characteristics or interests — build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.

Franklin Tennessee United States of America