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
Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor 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 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.
Job Description
We are looking for a proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset and excellent follow-through to join our growing team!
The successful candidate will effectively deliver an uninterrupted supply of purchased electronics materials to support assembly lines at Nidec’s Motion & Drives facilities across North America, removing any blockers encountered along the way with creative problem-solving skills. Using excellent communication skills, the individual will collaborate with multiple operations teams across North America to understand their priorities and needs for electronic components.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Create Materials Requirement Planning analysis with raw data from multiple data sources to determine purchase quantities to be delivered on time.
- Place purchase orders with suppliers and contract manufacturers to secure production material as required by forecast and the production schedule at each facility.
- Monitor status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication, and mitigation of future potential problems.
- Communicate priorities and schedule changes to vendors and contract manufacturers as needed to support changes in production requirements or priority level, expediting or deferring orders as necessary
- Work with contract manufacturers to streamline their production plans, ensuring our priorities are being met by their plan, proactively communicating any challenges to meeting each facility’s priorities back to the appropriate contact at that facility.
- Monitor Nidec owned inventory consumption levels at our contract manufacturers, project future monthly consumption amounts and coordinate with Accounting timely invoicing of Nidec owned inventory consumption.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with sales and operations to produce accurate and timely supplier forecast.
- Determine and establish optimal inventory levels based on forecast, demand variation, and material lead times.
- Coordinate material flows throughout product/BOM changes, obsolescence, and the introduction of new suppliers and/or materials due to new product development
- Communicates Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) to the suppliers and reviews disposition of existing and in-process inventory.
- Manage the inter-company flow of materials between warehouse locations, as needed.
- Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions, resources, and alternative supply options.
- Resolution of on-hold invoices to ensure timely payment.
- As needed, help to facilitate new supplier set-up process, ensuring supplier master data is accurate in the system.
- Ensure and promote compliance to Company and Procurement policies and procedures.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
- 2 years or more experience sourcing materials or products, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of Electronics Assembly Manufacturing and the engineering design process preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
- Experience using various ERP systems (Oracle, Fourth Shift, etc.) a plus
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skillset is required (Vlookups, Pivot Tables, IF Functions, etc.)
- Experience using Microsoft Power BI (or similar tool) to link various data sources and create visual representations of data is preferred
- Fluency in English (written and verbal) is required, proficiency in Spanish is preferred
Additional Job Details
At Nidec, we prioritize our team’s well-being and success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you both personally and professionally. These are just a few of the great benefits we offer, with additional perks and programs available to enhance your overall experience with us.
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary
- Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective from your first day.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a robust company contribution to support your financial future.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous time off package, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule, with remote work options on Mondays and Fridays, and in-office collaboration on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
- Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support your professional growth.
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.
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What We Do
With a pedigree dating back more than a century, Nidec Motor Corporation (NMC) is a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. The NMC product line features a full line of U.S. MOTORS® brand 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.
