Indirect Commodity Manager

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality. All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society. 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 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 Organizational Impact • 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 the 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 Communication & Influence • 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 Innovation & Complexity • 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 Leadership & Talent Management • 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 Knowledge & Experience • 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 Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative 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) No Soliciting Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team. Nidec has worked its way up to become the world's No.1 manufacturer of small precision motors. In the process, Nidec has gradually expanded its product lineup to include a variety of small to large motors, application products for machinery, and electronic and optical components. At present, its products are used in a wide range of fields and devices including information and telecommunications equipment, office equipment, home appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment, and environmental energy. "For Everything that Spins and Moves", the Group is creating next-generation drive technologies to meet the needs of the society.