Buyer- Purchasing Specialist

Nokian Tyres Asphalt on white CMYK (2); Dayton (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Onsite fitness facility

Career advancement opportunities

Short term incentive plan

Job summary

Nokian Tyres is seeking an on-site Procurement Specialist at the Dayton, TN factory. You will manage the purchase-to-pay process, handle end-to-end sourcing (RFI/RFP), and partner with IT, HR and Finance to align procurement strategies.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in operational procurement, strong communication skills, and the ability to make critical decisions with limited information while ensuring supply continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business management or related field.
• 1–3 years in operational procurement within a global manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure with meticulous attention to detail.
• Decision making on material demand, PO timing, and pricing within approval limits.
• Proficient with MS Office and quick to learn new systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication with global vendors and leadership.
• Must be located within commuting distance to Dayton, TN.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase-to-pay process in nominated categories.
• End-to-end sourcing: RFI/RFP, evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate terms.
• Act as a business partner to IT, HR, Finance to align procurement strategies.
• Plan purchase orders and delivery schedules within framework agreements.
• Analyze supplier spend and Total Cost of Ownership to identify cost reductions.
• Monitor supplier stability and manage supplier KPI measurement and invoice errors.
• Coordinate intercompany material flow with logistics and escalate supply risks.

Skills

Vendor communication

Decision making

Attention to detail

Independent work

Pressure handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/ Purchasing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This position is for On-Site at the Dayton, TN Factory.

Responsibilities

• Managing purchase-to-pay process in nominated categories
• Ability to manage the end-to-end sourcing process, including developing (RFI/RFP) packages, evaluating supplier proposals and negotiating contract terms.
• Acting as a "business partner" to internal departments (IT, HR, Finance) to understand their needs and align them with procurement strategies.
• Purchase order and delivery schedule planning and placing within the frame agreements given by Category Manager, strategic purchaser or Regional Procurement Manager
• Proficiency in analyzing supplier spend, market trends, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) to identify cost-reduction opportunities
• Analyzing material markets and supplier stability to ensure long-term assurance of supply
• Delivery control and order confirmation handling
• Daily communication with suppliers regarding deliveries
• Minor claim handling
• Contribution to supplier KPI measurement (service and delivery accuracy)
• Invoice error handling
• Input for intercompany material flow management (in cooperation with logistics)
• Contributes to the development of operational procurement processes and category team work
• Escalates supply issues and risks to regional procurement and category manager
• Deliver targeted results
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Purchasing / Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 1 - 3 years of experience in operational procurement within a global manufacturing organization
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Ability to conduct routine tasks with meticulous approach and attention to detail
• Must be able to make decisions with insufficient information regarding material demand
• Must be able to make decisions regarding purchase order timing and delivery schedule to secure sufficient supply of materials
• Must be able to make decisions regarding purchase price (within the approval limits)
• Proficient with MS-office and ability to learn new systems
• Professional verbal and written skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with global vendors and high-level internal leadership.
• Attention to detail
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position will not offer relocation or visa sponsorship.
• Must be located withing commuting distance to Dayton, TN Factory.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• The duties are performed indoors in a traditional office setting with indoor environmental conditions and noise. Activities include extended periods of sitting and extensive work at a computer.
• Ability to communicate orally with vendors, management, and other co-workers, both individually and in front of a group is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential.
• Occasional work in the manufacturing/warehouse area may be required
• Must be able to continuously stand, hear, listen, talk, walk, bend, stoop, kneel or squat
• Occasionally required to sit, use repetitive hand motion, pull, push and lift up to 20 pounds

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) eligible after one month
• 401(k) matching 100% on first 6%
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Onsite fitness facility
• Fitness reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Short term incentive plan

Nokian Tyres is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.