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Procurement Director, Global Commodity Management
Procurement Director, Global Commodity ManagementNidec • Saint Louis, Michigan, USA
Procurement Director, Global Commodity Management

Procurement Director, Global Commodity Management

Nidec • Saint Louis, Michigan, USA
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The worlds dreams peoples 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 worlds and peoples tomorrows; the worlds first the worlds best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Nidec is the worlds No.1 comprehensive motor and drive manufacturer handling everything that spins and moves miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries / affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors industrial motors appliance motors and controls. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment and everything in between. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment mining oil and gas and power generation and for commercial applications such as pool and spa condensers cooling towers and large refrigeration units.

From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics the impact of motors will only increase.

With over 140000 employees stationed worldwide Nidec continues to be a unique organization and each location maintains its individual personality.

Job Description

The Director of Procurement leads the strategic direction and execution of global commodity strategies across direct and / or indirect categories. This role is responsible for optimizing global supply base performance driving cost efficiencies mitigating risks and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives. The Director will lead a team of commodity managers across regions and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver sustainable value and innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement global commodity strategies that align with business goals and market dynamics.
  • Lead supplier selection negotiation and contract management for key commodities.
  • Drive global sourcing initiatives to achieve cost savings quality improvements and risk mitigation.
  • Monitor global market trends supply chain risks and geopolitical factors impacting commodity pricing and availability.
  • Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with engineering operations finance and regional procurement teams to ensure alignment and execution.
  • Establish and track KPIs cost models and performance metrics across commodities.
  • Integrate analytics automation and procurement technologies to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
  • Champion sustainability diversity and compliance initiatives within the supply base.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing global commodity management team.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Engineering Business or related field.
  • 10 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing commodity management or global procurement.
  • Proven leadership experience managing global teams and complex supplier networks.
  • Deep understanding of commodity markets cost drivers and global sourcing strategies.
  • Strong negotiation analytical and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior leadership across global business units.
  • Experience in manufacturing automotive aerospace or technology sectors.
  • Experience with ERP and procurement platforms (e.g. Oracle).
  • Expertise in managing both direct and indirect spend categories.
  • Familiarity with ESG supplier diversity and digital procurement transformation.
  • English required.
  • Spanish is desired.
  • Travel both domestic and international will be required up to 20%
  • Additional Job Details

    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 : Shift Schedule

    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.

    Required Experience :

    Director

    Key Skills

    Category Management,Purchasing,Sourcing,Procurement,Financial Acumen,HR Sourcing,Procurement Management,Contract Management,Supplier Management,Contract Negotiation,negotiation,Contracts

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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