NSK Steering Systems America - New Buyer B/A

NSK Steering Systems America - New Buyer B/A

Responsible for executing commodity strategies or leading the development and implementation of Localization and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) strategies. Manage and optimize the supply base to ensure supplier performance consistently meets or exceeds NSSA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned commodities within the NSK supply base, including resolving supplier issues, addressing price discrepancies, processing purchase order changes, and supporting plant-supplier communication.
• Coordinate and issue RFQs (Requests for Quotation) to suppliers for both new and existing programs; maintain accurate RFQ logs and track supplier responses.
• Monitor, validate, and report supplier cost-savings initiatives within assigned commodities.
• Participate in cross-functional NSK meetings to gather and communicate information that supports informed business decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field required.
• 0-5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Demonstrated interest in learning, professional growth, and building a career in supply chain or procurement.
• Motivated individual who is eager to contribute and make a meaningful impact.

Work Location

• This position is based in the Ann Arbor office with a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
• During the onboarding period, additional in-office days will be required to support training and integration.

Featured Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance offered
• Matching 401(k)
• Generous vacation and holidays
• Life insurance
• Growth opportunities

NSK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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