Indirect Commodity Manager

Nidec Motor Corporation; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Motor Corporation is seeking a Manager, INDIRECT Commodity to lead the company's indirect sourcing across multiple locations in the United States. You will identify suppliers, negotiate contracts, and drive cost reduction initiatives while aligning with business goals.

The role requires a strong background in strategic sourcing for indirect materials and services, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate cross‑functionally with stakeholders at all

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills.
• Proficient in ERP systems and procurement software.
• Excellent analytical and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee indirect sourcing, including contracts and supplier selection.
• Develop commodity management best practices for TCO.
• Negotiate favorable supplier terms and maintain relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct quarterly reviews.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align commodity strategies.
• Analyze market trends to align with best practices.
• Ensure compliance with laws and environmental/safety requirements.
• Track procurement metrics and report to management.
• Provide guidance and training in strategic sourcing processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Manager, INDIRECT Commodity will oversee the company's strategic sourcing activities for Indirect Material spend, including supplier identification and selection, contract negotiations, and indirect category management best practices. The successful candidate will be experienced in Strategic Sourcing Processes with a successful track record of Indirect materials and services. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a logical thinker with a keen eye for detail. The Indirect Commodity Lead/Manager will work cross‑functionally with stakeholders at all business locations to secure needs to execute cost reduction initiatives, supplier performance, and project outcomes.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Oversee indirect strategic sourcing processes, including contract management, supplier selection, and pricing negotiations.
• Develop and implement commodity management best practices to ensure efficiency and efficacy in products total cost of ownership.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate favorable terms for the company.
• Manage and monitor suppliers’ performance, conduct quarterly business review process and ensure compliance with organizational goals and financial targets.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with stakeholders to ensure commodity strategies align with business goals and objectives.
• Analyze market trends and conditions to ensure we are realizing alignment with best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including environmental and safety requirements.
• Track supply chain procurement metrics and report on performance to management.
• Provide guidance and training to team members in strategic sourcing processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross‑functionally with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in procurement software and technology, including ERP systems.
• Understanding of relevant laws and regulations related to procurement.
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management is preferred.

Additional Job Details

• Management - M2
• Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results.
• Delivers operational results that have impact on immediate or short‑term results (e.g., less than 1 year) for the department and/or job family group.
• Plans and establishes goals and objectives for a team typically comprising of intermediate‑level professionals and entry level professionals.
• Communicates with parties within and occasionally outside of own department or job family, which may include external clients or partners depending upon the job area.
• Requires ability to influence others outside of own job area on policies, practices and procedures.
• Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes, systems, or products to enhance performance of the job area.
• Problems are difficult and moderately complex and typically impact multiple departments or job family.
• Problems are typically solved through drawing from prior experience and analysis of issues.
• Manages a team typically comprising of intermediate‑level professionals and entry level professionals.
• Leads, directs and reviews the work of team members in order to accomplish operational plans and results.
• Typically has hiring, firing, promotion, and reward authority within own area, in accordance with manager review and approval.
• Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one job area.
• Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization.
• Typically has a bachelor's degree or equivalent professional certification and 5 years of prior relevant experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinity

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affidative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

First Shift (United States of America)