Indirect Sourcing Analyst III

Panasonic•De Soto, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Indirect Sourcing Analyst III supports strategic and tactical indirect procurement initiatives for Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) across capital equipment, tooling, construction, design services, and operating expense (OPEX) categories. This role independently manages sourcing projects, supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and procurement activities while partnering with internal stakeholders to achieve cost, quality, delivery, and service objectives. The Indirect Sourcing Analyst III utilizes spend analysis, market intelligence, and procurement best practices to support sourcing decisions and supplier performance improvements. Success in this role requires strong sourcing knowledge, analytical capabilities, business acumen, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, STEM, or a related field
Relevant experience may be substituted for required education
4+ years of strategic sourcing, category management, procurement, supply chain, or related experience
Experience supporting supplier relationship management, contract negotiations, sourcing initiatives, and cost optimization efforts
Experience managing sourcing projects across indirect procurement categories, including construction, capital equipment, tooling, engineering services, professional services, IT, or OPEX spend
Working knowledge of RFx processes, supplier evaluation and selection, contract administration, category management, and procurement best practices
Strong analytical capabilities, including spend analysis, total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling, market intelligence, business case development, and data-driven decision-making
Proficiency with ERP systems, eSourcing platforms, contract management tools, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and reporting tools
Demonstrated ability to manage sourcing initiatives, influence stakeholders, and deliver business results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

Nice To Haves

Master's degree (MBA, MS in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Engineering, or related discipline)
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
SAP Procurement Certification
6+ years of strategic sourcing, category management, procurement, supply chain, or related experience
Experience sourcing construction, engineering, capital equipment, tooling, professional services, IT, HR services, consulting services, or other indirect spend categories
Experience supporting manufacturing operations, industrial construction projects, facility expansions, capital improvement projects, or large-scale procurement initiatives
Knowledge of procurement contracts, supplier performance management, sourcing methodologies, and supplier risk management practices
Experience participating in category management, supplier optimization, procurement transformation, or continuous improvement initiatives
Experience collaborating with global teams and suppliers, including familiarity with Japanese business culture
Experience in battery manufacturing or related industries, including automotive, electronics, advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, or energy storage
Lean, Six Sigma, procurement certifications, and/or bilingual English-Japanese proficiency

Responsibilities

Execute sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories, including construction, design services, capital equipment, tooling, and OPEX
Support construction, design, capital project, and tooling procurement activities, leveraging knowledge of procurement processes, supplier capabilities, and commercial contracting practices
Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including scope development, RFx management (RFI, RFQ, RFP), supplier evaluation, bidder engagement, contract negotiations, and supplier selection
Negotiate supplier, consultant, and contractor agreements, including Statements of Work (SOW), Master Service Agreements (MSA), Master Purchase Agreements (MPA), and other commercial contracts
Conduct spend analysis, total cost of ownership assessments, and market intelligence to support sourcing recommendations and procurement decisions
Manage supplier relationships and serve as the primary contact for assigned suppliers
Monitor supplier performance, support supplier reviews, and facilitate improvement actions to enhance quality, cost, delivery, and service
Develop sourcing recommendations and business cases to support procurement and operational objectives
Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve supplier performance, mitigate risk, and enhance procurement processes
Lead sourcing and supplier improvement initiatives supporting operational efficiency and business objectives
Utilize data analytics, ERP systems, and reporting tools to monitor spend, identify trends, and support informed decision-making
Support procurement governance, policy compliance, and process standardization initiatives
Support continuous improvement and procurement excellence initiatives that enhance stakeholder value and operational performance
Provide guidance to less experienced team members on sourcing processes, supplier management, and procurement best practices
Share market intelligence and sourcing insights with procurement team members and stakeholders
Support onboarding and training activities for new team members as needed
Contribute to sourcing processes, procedures, and tools
Serve as a resource for assigned sourcing categories and procurement activities
Partner with Design, Construction, Supply Chain, Legal, Risk Management, Finance, and business stakeholders to support successful sourcing and procurement outcomes
Collaborate with global procurement teams to align sourcing activities with business objectives and sourcing strategies
Present sourcing recommendations, supplier performance updates, market intelligence, and project results to stakeholders and management
Support contract, supplier, and sourcing decisions through data-driven analysis and recommendations
Build strong relationships across the organization to support business and procurement objectives
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, applicable regulations, and ethical sourcing standards
Follow established procurement policies, procedures, templates, and contracting processes
Support supplier risk management activities, including performance monitoring, issue escalation, and mitigation planning
Maintain accurate sourcing documentation, contracts, supplier records, and procurement files
Support procurement compliance and continuous improvement efforts
Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements when accessing operational, construction, or manufacturing environments

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, prescription plans
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting
Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service
Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources
High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus
Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events