Operational Indirect Purchasing Specialist L2
Yazaki North America, Nashville, TN, United States
Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development, and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions. Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer globally, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 84-year history. Today, we're looking for energetic people with the potential to perform and the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.
Location: Yazaki Menzel Jamil Bizerte
Operations and Supplier Management
Execute purchase orders and manage purchasing transactions for the plants
Source new suppliers and evaluate existing suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and service standards
Negotiate prices, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure best value while maintaining consistent supply
Oversee the purchase order lifecycle, including order placement, tracking, and follow-up
Address and resolve any issues related to late or incomplete deliveries or payment complaints
Maintain effective communication with suppliers to ensure smooth operations
Cost Optimization
Identify cost‑saving opportunities and recommend alternative suppliers, materials, or processes that reduce cost without compromising quality
Manage cost controls and analyze spending to support budgeting and cost‑reduction initiatives and manage scallions with the AP team
Cross‑functional Collaboration
Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure purchasing aligns with operational goals and constraints
Serve as the main point of contact for plants, suppliers, and category
Participate in plant meetings to align purchasing activities with plant goals and resolve any related issues
Manage more than one purchasing category at the same time
Process Improvement and Reporting
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance purchasing efficiency and reduce lead times
Maintain key performance indicators (KPIs)
Compliance and Documentation
Ensure that all purchasing activities comply with Yazaki purchasing policies, health and safety standards
Maintain accurate records and documentation for all purchasing transactions, including purchase orders, contracts, and related documents
Support audit and compliance processes by ensuring all documents are available
Requirements
Formal education level completed: Master
English language: Advanced
Power BI / SAP Professional / Coupa
Outlook: Advanced
Excel: Professional
Negotiation skills: Advanced
Supplier sourcing: Advanced
Microsoft Office: Basic
Communication skills: Professional
Kindly note that this position is located in Yazaki Menzel Jamil Bizerte.
Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.
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Location: Yazaki Menzel Jamil Bizerte
Operations and Supplier Management
Execute purchase orders and manage purchasing transactions for the plants
Source new suppliers and evaluate existing suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and service standards
Negotiate prices, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure best value while maintaining consistent supply
Oversee the purchase order lifecycle, including order placement, tracking, and follow-up
Address and resolve any issues related to late or incomplete deliveries or payment complaints
Maintain effective communication with suppliers to ensure smooth operations
Cost Optimization
Identify cost‑saving opportunities and recommend alternative suppliers, materials, or processes that reduce cost without compromising quality
Manage cost controls and analyze spending to support budgeting and cost‑reduction initiatives and manage scallions with the AP team
Cross‑functional Collaboration
Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure purchasing aligns with operational goals and constraints
Serve as the main point of contact for plants, suppliers, and category
Participate in plant meetings to align purchasing activities with plant goals and resolve any related issues
Manage more than one purchasing category at the same time
Process Improvement and Reporting
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance purchasing efficiency and reduce lead times
Maintain key performance indicators (KPIs)
Compliance and Documentation
Ensure that all purchasing activities comply with Yazaki purchasing policies, health and safety standards
Maintain accurate records and documentation for all purchasing transactions, including purchase orders, contracts, and related documents
Support audit and compliance processes by ensuring all documents are available
Requirements
Formal education level completed: Master
English language: Advanced
Power BI / SAP Professional / Coupa
Outlook: Advanced
Excel: Professional
Negotiation skills: Advanced
Supplier sourcing: Advanced
Microsoft Office: Basic
Communication skills: Professional
Kindly note that this position is located in Yazaki Menzel Jamil Bizerte.
Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.
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