Strategic Procurement Coordinator

Nexen-Group-; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexen Group is a trusted name in precision motion control. The Procurement Coordinator will plan and manage plant-level procurement, build supplier relationships, and coordinate cross-functional activities to meet plant objectives and customer expectations.

The role involves tactical planning, supplier negotiations, and maintaining delivery/quality performance in a manufacturing setting, with opportunities to drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 3+ years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• CPSM and CPIM certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist management with development of tactical plans for the plant.
• Coordinate purchasing activities and supplier relationships; manage supplier quotes and purchases.
• Provide planning schedule releases and forecast information to suppliers; support supplier base analysis.
• Negotiate pricing/terms with suppliers and resolve invoice issues; monitor open POs and expedites as needed.
• Maintain supplier delivery and quality performance in line with ISO-9000 requirements.
• Conduct supplier sourcing and quarterly reviews to ensure expectations are met; support NDAs and SRM.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Design Engineering during make-or-buy discussions.

Skills

Negotiation

Planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Nexen Group is a trusted name in precision motion control. The Procurement Coordinator will plan and manage plant-level procurement, build supplier relationships, and coordinate cross-functional activities to meet plant objectives and customer expectations.

The role involves tactical planning, supplier negotiations, and maintaining delivery/quality performance in a manufacturing setting, with opportunities to drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.