Powertrain Buyer: Hybrid Sourcing & Supplier Management

Nissan Motor Corporation; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan is seeking a Buyer 2, Powertrain in Franklin, TN to manage supplier relationships and lead sourcing for production and non-production parts across Smyrna, Mexico, and Canton. You will ensure suppliers meet Nissan's standards for quality, cost, and delivery while coordinating with internal teams to resolve supply issues.

The role includes pricing negotiations, supplier development, contract and PO management, and driving cost reduction initiatives to support uninterrupted production and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant and related experience.
• Bachelor's degree or 8 years of equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to work on-site in Franklin, TN.
• Ability to travel approximately 20%.

Responsibilities

• Leads pricing negotiations and establishes cost-effective agreements for assigned commodities.
• Identifies, evaluates, and develops suppliers to meet current and future production needs.
• Ensures suppliers meet quality, cost, and delivery expectations through performance management and analysis.
• Manages contracts, purchase orders, and supplier records while maintaining organized documentation.
• Drives cost reduction initiatives and coordinates cross-functional efforts to ensure uninterrupted supply and resolve issues.

Skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience (8 years)

Job description

Nissan is seeking a Buyer 2, Powertrain in Franklin, TN to manage supplier relationships and lead sourcing for production and non-production parts across Smyrna, Mexico, and Canton. You will ensure suppliers meet Nissan's standards for quality, cost, and delivery while coordinating with internal teams to resolve supply issues.

The role includes pricing negotiations, supplier development, contract and PO management, and driving cost reduction initiatives to support uninterrupted production and