Strategic Sourcing Lead for New Product Development

nVent; Anoka (MN); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental plans

401(k) matching

Job summary

nVent, a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, seeks a Purchasing/Supply Chain professional in Minnesota to drive strategic NPD projects across North America and align with global commodity teams.

You will lead supplier negotiations, cost reduction, and delivery performance, collaborating with internal partners while traveling up to 30%. This full-time role blends strategic sourcing with program leadership in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3+ years in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, or Procurement.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Strong project management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to travel 10–30%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and partner in strategic New Product Development projects across North America locations.
• Align with global and local commodity teams to select suppliers and leverage negotiated agreements.
• Support cost management initiatives, focusing on cost reduction, working capital optimization, on-time delivery, and quality.
• Coordinate and resolve issues regarding existing and new suppliers with customers and internal partners.
• Design and develop supply chain initiatives to achieve competitive advantage and improve responsiveness to customer demand.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

nVent, a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, seeks a Purchasing/Supply Chain professional in Minnesota to drive strategic NPD projects across North America and align with global commodity teams.

You will lead supplier negotiations, cost reduction, and delivery performance, collaborating with internal partners while traveling up to 30%. This full-time role blends strategic sourcing with program leadership in a manufacturing setting.