Supply Analyst I

nVent; Anoka (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company to

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Paid time off

Well-being program

Job summary

nVent is seeking a procurement analyst to analyze spend, conduct market research, and support cost-reduction initiatives across sourcing projects. You will collaborate with project leads, category managers, and cross-functional teams to optimize supplier selection and performance while adhering to standardized processes.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, dashboard development, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, or related analytical role; manufacturing exp is a plus.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision making.
• Experience supporting cost-reduction initiatives and supplier negotiations.
• Ability to prioritize multiple sourcing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and operations.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Familiarity with JD Edwards (JDE) and ERP/MRP systems is a plus.
• Proficient in SQL, data validation, and data quality management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze spend across categories and perform detailed supply market analyses.
• Partner with Project Leads and Category Managers to develop cost-reduction initiatives.
• Conduct supplier benchmarking and market research for cost and supply opportunities.
• Develop supplier identification strategies and cost-comparison methodologies.
• Support sourcing events, supplier evaluations, and negotiations with data-driven analysis.
• Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends, and industry developments affecting metals sourcing.
• Ensure adherence to standardized sourcing processes and implement efficiencies.
• Optimize supply management systems and reporting tools for better decisions.
• Collaborate with engineering, finance, operations to support category goals.
• Develop reports and dashboards supporting strategic sourcing initiatives.

Skills

SQL

Data validation

Data quality management

Large-scale data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Relationship building

Prioritization

Sourcing project management

Manufacturing experience

Stakeholder engagement

Education

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

Tools

JD Edwards (JDE)

MRP/ERP systems

Sievo

Enovia

Esker

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Analyze spend across categories and perform detailed supply market analyses.
• Partner with Project Leads and Category Managers to develop and execute material cost-reduction initiatives.
• Conduct supplier benchmarking and market research to identify cost, capacity, and supply opportunities within the supply base.
• Develop and implement supplier identification strategies and cost-comparison methodologies.
• Support sourcing events, supplier evaluations, supplier negotiations, and supplier selection activities through data-driven analysis.
• Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends, and industry developments that may impact metals sourcing strategies.
• Ensure adherence to standardized sourcing processes and find opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Optimize supply management systems and reporting tools to enhance data accuracy and decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineering, finance, operations, and business stakeholders to support category objectives.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and analyses that support strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives.

YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related analytical role is highly preferred. Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Experience supporting cost-reduction initiatives, supplier negotiations, and market analysis activities.
• Advanced analytical skills, including experience with SQL, data validation, data quality management, and large-scale data analysis.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple sourcing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and operations teams.
• Experience documenting processes and identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Familiarity with JD Edwards (JDE), MRP/ERP systems, Sievo, Enovia, and Esker is a plus.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency

nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

Compensation Range

$54,300.00 - $100,800.00

Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.