Purchasing Manager

Nidec Motor Corporation
United States, Indiana, Princeton
1551 East Broadway Street (Show on map)
Mar 25, 2025
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 Will oversee the planning, procurement, storage, control, and distribution of materials and products according to company requirements. Performs analysis of materials and determines optimum control levels. The Purchasing Manager must have excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Job Description SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee the planning and coordination of a company's inventory and purchasing departments. Purchases supplies, materials, and parts for the company. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs Maintains knowledge of trends, prices, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability Develops and maintains inventory databases for supplies and materials used. Reviews purchase orders compliance with company and departmental policies. Collaborates with sales, customer service, and logistics departments to maximize efficiency for inventory control. Communicate with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale. Sets authorization limits for purchasing staff. Develops and implements policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory control with a goal to maximize efficiency and optimize workflow. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 5 + years of relevant experience Bachelor's Degree in a related field Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Verbal and written communication skills, effectively communicate with internal and external customers Computer proficiency (MS Windows and Office) Knowledge of ERP Systems (ORCLE preferred) Acceptable organizational and time management skills. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position is located in a busy office environment with moderate noise levels. The role demands frequent standing, walking, lifting up to 55lbs, and working near moving mechanical parts with a loud noise level. Proper safety equipment is mandator. The employee is exposed to outside weather conditions, which include extreme hot and cold weather, humidity, rain and wind. 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: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf 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.