Global Strategic Sourcing Lead — Procurement & Vendors

Bridgestone Americas; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding program

Mentorship

CSR activities

Global work environment

Agility & work-life balance

Inclusive team

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, TN, is seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead sourcing, supplier selection, and contract administration for indirect and direct operations.

You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and drive continuous improvements, ensuring cost, quality, and supply resilience. This role requires a strong track record in strategic sourcing and the ability to lead complex projects with internal partners.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 8+ years of related experience with a bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a master's; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in procurement and supplier relationship management.
• Ability to lead large projects and negotiate contracts with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Product / Service Sourcing
• Supplier Selection
• Pricing / Terms Negotiation
• Order Processing
• Contract Administration
• Supplier Performance Management
• Establishing Supplier Relationship Management processes and continuous improvement goals/programs
• Negotiating contracts and coordinating supplier integration plans with internal clients
• Monitors market dynamics that impact materials/pricing
• Leads large projects or processes of complex scope, with limited oversight from manager
• Coaches, reviews and delegates work to lower level professionals
• Identifies continuous improvement/automation activities and makes frequent recommendations

Skills

Procurement

Vendor Management

Sourcing

Negotiation

Contract Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, TN, is seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead sourcing, supplier selection, and contract administration for indirect and direct operations.

You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and drive continuous improvements, ensuring cost, quality, and supply resilience. This role requires a strong track record in strategic sourcing and the ability to lead complex projects with internal partners.