Tactical Buyer - Customs Specialist (m/f/d)

Nordex Group

40d

About The Position

The role of Tactical Buyer – Customs Specialist directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As the Tactical Buyer, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day procurement operations, focusing on SAP-based purchase order administration, supplier onboarding, and customs/tariff compliance for the U.S. market. This role is critical to ensure smooth material flow, cost control, and regulatory adherence across our sourcing activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in tactical buying or procurement, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Solid understanding of U.S. customs regulations, HTS codes, and tariff structures.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Experience working with cross-functional teams including logistics, engineering, and finance.
Ability to travel domestic and international locations to project sites and on business as required with the ability to obtain a passport.
Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

Nice To Haves

Certification in International Trade Compliance or Customs Brokerage (Preferred).
Familiarity with PFEP, S&OP cycles, and inventory models (Preferred).
Experience with supplier audits and corrective action processes (Preferred).

Responsibilities

Create, release, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) in SAP for direct and indirect materials.
Monitor PO status, expedite deliveries, and resolve discrepancies with suppliers.
Maintain accurate procurement data in SAP, including pricing, lead times, and delivery terms.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely procurement aligned with production schedules.
Coordinate supplier onboarding in SAP, ensuring all documentation, certifications, and compliance requirements are met.
Maintain supplier master data and ensure alignment with corporate procurement policies.
Support supplier contractual management, HSE compliance when onboarding.
Act as the internal point of contact for U.S. customs regulations, tariff classifications, and import/export documentation in Sourcing.
Analyze the impact of tariffs and trade regulations on material costs and lead times.
Work with customs brokers and logistics teams to ensure smooth customs clearance and compliance with U.S. trade laws.
Monitor changes in trade policy and proactively adjust sourcing strategies to mitigate cost and risk.