Indirect Purchasing & Supplier Management Lead

NSNA•Pontiac, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Purchasing & Supplier Management Lead is responsible for leading indirect strategic sourcing, supplier and service provider management, contract administration, cost optimization, supplier risk management, and procurement compliance activities across all NSNA locations. This role develops and executes sourcing strategies that support business objectives, operational requirements, cost-effectiveness, supplier performance, and regulatory compliance. The position manages a broad portfolio of indirect spend categories, including Information Technology, Professional Services, Marketing, Facilities, Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO), Corporate Services, Logistics and Transportation Services, Sustainability and ESG Services, Trade Compliance Services, Product Compliance Services, and other indirect goods and services. Working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders, the Lead identifies sourcing opportunities, manages supplier selection and negotiations, supports contract development and administration, monitors supplier performance and risk, and drives cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives. The role also supports supplier-related cybersecurity and TISAX requirements, regulatory compliance, sustainability objectives, and third-party risk management activities. In addition, this position oversees third-party purchasing and supply chain service providers supporting critical business functions, including sustainability and ESG compliance, trade compliance, customs and import/export activities, product regulatory compliance, logistics and transportation, supply chain consulting, and supplier risk management programs. The Lead is responsible for establishing appropriate performance expectations, monitoring service delivery, and ensuring providers meet contractual, compliance, quality, cost, and business requirements while delivering maximum value to NSNA.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Mgmt, Engineering or related business emphasis
At least 5+ years related work experience (automotive industry Tier 1 preferred)
Experience managing complex service agreements and commercial contracts.
Experience managing third-party providers supporting: Sustainability and ESG initiatives, Trade compliance and customs activities, Product compliance and regulatory requirements, Logistics and transportation services, Supply chain risk management, Consulting and professional services
Experience developing and monitoring service-level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Experience managing supplier performance, risk mitigation, and compliance programs.
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams and remote teams
Experience and knowledge in financial analysis, including forecasting & budget management
Experience demonstrating effective leadership, directly or in-directly, for multi- disciplinary teams is required.
Commitment to the highest ethical standard
Training on contractual process with suppliers by negotiating NDA’s, General Terms & Conditions and Statement of Work
Microsoft Office applications, ERP experince (JDE, Plex or other)
Observation, understanding, and execution of applicable company ISO/IATF certification standards related to the role and impact on the overall organization.

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree is a plus
Sustainability and ESG reporting requirements and service provider management.
Trade compliance, customs, import/export regulations, and associated service providers.
Product compliance requirements and regulatory service management.
Logistics, transportation, warehousing, and supply chain service contracts.
Supplier risk management, cybersecurity assessments, and TISAX requirements.
Contract administration and vendor performance management.
Strategic sourcing and category management methodologies.
Observation, understanding, and execution of applicable company ISO/IATF 16949 certification standards related to the role and impact on the overall organization.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier evaluations, RFQ/RFP processes, commercial negotiations, contract administration, and supplier selection activities for indirect procurement categories
Manage third-party purchasing and supply chain service providers, including sustainability/ESG consultants, trade compliance providers, customs brokers, logistics providers, product compliance specialists, and other outsourced service partners
Partner with internal stakeholders across all NSNA locations and PCNs to identify business requirements and develop sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, service, compliance, risk, and operational objectives
Develop and maintain supplier performance management programs, service-level agreements (SLAs), corrective action processes, and supplier development initiatives
Identify and implement cost reduction, supplier consolidation, value engineering, and productivity improvement opportunities across indirect spend categories and service contracts
Support supplier risk management activities, including supplier qualification, cybersecurity assessments, data protection requirements, business continuity evaluations, financial risk monitoring, and TISAX-related supplier compliance
Administer commercial contracts and ensure compliance with contractual requirements, performance expectations, pricing agreements, renewal terms, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Develop procurement KPIs, spend analytics, supplier scorecards, management reporting, and executive presentations to support data-driven decision making
Support implementation, standardization, and continuous improvement of procurement policies, procedures, governance requirements, and procurement technology platforms