Buyer Analyst

nVent; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with companyALD

Employee stock purchase plan

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

nVent seeks a seasoned supply chain professional to analyze spend, manage procurement, and optimize raw material availability at our Blaine facility. You will partner with project teams to drive cost reductions and maintain rigorous data integrity across ERP/MRP systems.

You will leverage data analytics to forecast requirements, monitor supplier performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve replenishment and inventory strategies. This is an onsite role in Blaine.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, procurement, or related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/MRP systems.
• Skilled in using data and analytics to inform decision-making and forecast requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze spend and perform detailed supply market analysis and track performance results.
• Partner with Project Leads and Managers to assist with material cost reduction projects.
• Develop, document, and maintain common processes performed.
• Support supply management software and become subject matter expert.
• Review demand signals and place purchase orders to fulfill raw material needs.
• Manage open purchase orders, monitor vendor on-time delivery, and support vendor development.
• Maintain data integrity in key system fields for accurate signaling and ordering.
• Use data to identify supply risks and collaborate with suppliers and Strategic Sourcing to implement solutions.
• Share material availability updates with Production Planning, Operations, and cross-functional teams.
• Analyze inventory levels and stock positions to optimize material availability.
• Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing on replenishment strategies and opportunities.
• Coordinate with Quality teams on return material authorizations and supplier reviews.

Skills

Data analytics

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. *This is an onsite role and will work 5 days/week in our Blaine Facility*

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Analyze spend and perform detailed supply market analysis and track performance results.
• Partner with Project Leads and Managers to assist with material cost reduction projects.
• Develop, document, and maintain common processes performed.
• Support supply management software’s and systems becoming subject matter expert.
• Review demand signals and place purchase orders to fulfill raw material component requirements.
• Manage open purchase order dates, monitor vendor on-time delivery, and support vendor development.
• Maintain data integrity in key system fields to ensure accurate demand signaling and order placement.
• Use data and analytics to identify supply risks and collaborate with suppliers and Strategic Sourcing to implement solutions.
• Share material availability updates with Production Planning, Operations, and other cross-functional teams.
• Analyze inventory levels and stock positions to optimize raw material component availability.
• Partner with Strategic Sourcing to align on replenishment strategies and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Quality teams on return material authorizations and engage suppliers in regular business reviews.

YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experienced with ERP and MRP systems.
• Skilled in using data and analytics to inform decision-making and forecast requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective cross-functional collaboration.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
• nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions.
• We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world.
• We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes.
• We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
• Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis.
• Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE.

Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

Compensation Range: $62,900.00 - $116,900.00 Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset.

Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

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At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.