Data-Driven Strategic Sourcing Analyst II

nVent; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

nVent seeks a seasoned sourcing professional to analyze spend, conduct supplier market research, and develop cost-reduction initiatives across categories. You will benchmark suppliers, lead data-driven evaluations, and support negotiations within a manufacturing setting.

Join a global team that collaborates with engineering, finance, and operations to optimize sourcing strategies. Strong analytical skills and experience with ERP systems are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 3+ years in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related analytics role preferred.
• Manufacturing experience a plus.
• Experience supporting cost-reduction initiatives, supplier negotiations, and market analysis.
• Advanced analytical skills including SQL, data validation, data quality management, and large-scale data analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and operations teams.
• Experience documenting processes and identifying efficiency improvements.
• Familiarity with JD Edwards (JDE), MRP/ERP systems, Sievo, Enovia, Esker a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze spend across categories and perform detailed supply market analyses.
• Partner with Project Leads and Category Managers to develop and execute material cost-reduction initiatives.
• Conduct supplier benchmarking and market research to identify cost, capacity, and supply opportunities within the supply base.
• Develop and implement supplier identification strategies and cost-comparison methodologies.
• Support sourcing events, supplier evaluations, supplier negotiations, and supplier selection activities through data-driven analysis.
• Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends, and industry developments that may impact metals sourcing strategies.
• Ensure adherence to standardized sourcing processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Optimize supply management systems and reporting tools to enhance data accuracy and decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineering, finance, operations, and business stakeholders to support category objectives.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and analyses that support strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives.

Skills

SQL

Data analysis

Supplier negotiations

Cross-functional collaboration

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

JDE (JD Edwards)

MRP/ERP systems

Sievo

Enovia

Esker

Job description

nVent seeks a seasoned sourcing professional to analyze spend, conduct supplier market research, and develop cost-reduction initiatives across categories. You will benchmark suppliers, lead data-driven evaluations, and support negotiations within a manufacturing setting.

Join a global team that collaborates with engineering, finance, and operations to optimize sourcing strategies. Strong analytical skills and experience with ERP systems are essential for success.