Global Electrical & Electronics Sourcing Leader

nVent; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 89,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off and well-being program

Job summary

nVent is seeking a strategic leader to drive purchasing and supply chain initiatives across global locations, focusing on cost management, supplier development, and cross-functional collaboration. The role emphasizes resiliency and responsiveness to customer demand, with significant interaction with internal partners and customers.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in Purchasing or Supply Chain, with manufacturing experience a plus, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and travel at

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related degree.
• 5+ years experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Operations in a high growth environment is preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Project management skills to develop plans with action steps and timetables, meet deadlines, coordinate cross functional teams, and handle multiple priorities.
• Excellence in analytical, fact-based problem solving.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstances; must be able to thrive in a constantly changing business environment.
• Ability to build and maintain effective work relationships at all levels both internally and externally (customers, suppliers, etc.)
• Minimum 15% travel required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and partner in strategic projects across Electrical and Electronic commodities.
• Align with global/local commodity teams to select and develop suppliers.
• Support cost management initiatives focusing on cost tracking and escalation.
• Coordinate and resolve issues regarding existing and new suppliers.
• Interact with customers and internal partners to ensure requirements are met.
• Design and develop supply chain initiatives to improve resiliency and responsiveness.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Purchasing

Supply Chain

Operations

Cost Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, SCM, Engineering, or related field

Job description

nVent is seeking a strategic leader to drive purchasing and supply chain initiatives across global locations, focusing on cost management, supplier development, and cross-functional collaboration. The role emphasizes resiliency and responsiveness to customer demand, with significant interaction with internal partners and customers.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in Purchasing or Supply Chain, with manufacturing experience a plus, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and travel at