Strategic Buyer - Electronics

Strategic Buyer

The Strategic Buyer in a manufacturing environment is responsible for sourcing and procuring materials, components, and services that support production operations. This role focuses on developing supplier strategies, optimizing cost and quality, and ensuring supply continuity to meet manufacturing schedules and long-term business goals.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for direct and indirect materials used in manufacturing.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and compliance with manufacturing standards.
• Lead negotiations for contracts, pricing, and service-level agreements with suppliers.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to align procurement strategies with operational needs.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and supply risks to inform sourcing decisions.
• Manage RFQs, RFPs, and supplier selection processes for new product introductions and ongoing production.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives by sourcing for JIT, Kanban, and other inventory optimization strategies.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and internal procurement policies.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and provide reporting on cost savings, supplier performance, and sourcing metrics.

Qualifications :

Preferred Attributes :

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.

Work 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.