Regional indirect procurement category manager
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nidec acim is a business unit of the home appliances and automotive division (aad), comprising two platforms: global appliance (ga) and commercial & industrial (c&i). Acim is one of the largest business units within the nidec group, with approximately 18,000 employees and over 30 manufacturing sites across 25 countries. Our product portfolio includes compressors, condensing units, motors for household and commercial appliances, as well as electronic motors and drives for various applications.
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about the role
the regional indirect procurement category manager will execute activities related to general services, machinery, materials, capex project infrastructure, and equipment, based on defined quality, quantity, and cost criteria. Responsibilities include market research, price analysis, and supplier development for plants and warehouses in the north america region.
responsibilities
* research and develop suppliers
* maintain close communication with suppliers and internal users in the north america region (plants & warehouses)
* implement spend reduction initiatives
* negotiate requests based on internal user needs
* contribute to plant development, ensuring internal/external client satisfaction, aligned with our corporate culture and ethics
* manage kpis to support strategic goals and ensure results are achieved
* optimize procurement processes and ensure internal compliance and legality
* benchmark best practices globally and implement improvements
* act as an expert in strategic sourcing, including strategy execution, contract negotiations, and slas, utilizing tools like tco, category management, and porter's five forces
* handle confidential negotiations and projects to achieve optimal results
* ensure procurement policies are followed, maintaining transparency and cost competitiveness
* manage supply chain to meet operational demands and cost strategies
qualifications
* experience in similar indirect procurement roles
* bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related field
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seniority level
* mid-senior level
employment type
* full-time
job function
* marketing and sales
industries
* appliances, electrical, and electronics manufacturing
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