Buyer

## BuyerApplylocations: North America/USA/Indiana/Princeton, INtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: July 11, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0015774We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.**Job Summary**The Buyer I is an entry‐level procurement role responsible for supporting the purchasing of goods and services required to meet operational and business needs. This role contributes to supply continuity, cost control, and supplier coordination by executing routine buying activities in accordance with established procurement policies, contracts, and procedures.**Job Description****SUMMARY OF ROLE** Will be able to process purchasing requisitions from the managers in the field and turn those requisitions into purchase orders. The Buyer will be responsible for creating purchase order tracking systems, alerting management when orders have been filled and invoices from vendors have been issued, answering vendor questions and providing them with additional order documentation as needed. The successful candidate for this position has experience in the manufacturing industry and a strong understanding of supply chain management concepts.**SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** • Review Material Requirements within MRP for purchases • Initiates and maintains blanket orders, releases, and single purchases. • Works with commodities for consolidation, savings and inventory turns • Manages Kanbans based on established parameters. • Sources and negotiates with potential suppliers, requests RFQ's, evaluate and analysis results • Sources parts and material in BCC. Basic understanding of import, export, customs and broker process. • Works with Engineering for potential cost savings. Implements changes with suppliers • Manages corrective action and defective materials for correction, credit and return • Maintains item master data, lead-time and supplier information within the MRP data base • Basic understanding of Reach, RoHS, NAFTA & Conflict Minerals • Maintain current operation standards and certifications • Read and understand drawings and specifications • Supports Engineering for new product development. • Thorough understanding of raw materials, production processes, quality control, cost management, and other effective manufacturing and distribution techniques. • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.**Qualifications Education & Experience** Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Operations, or a related field preferred 0–2 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, operations, or related administrative roles Internships or co‐op experience in purchasing or operations accepted **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** Basic understanding of procurement and supply‐chain concepts Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to follow defined processes and document work accurately Effective written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); ERP experience preferred Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Willingness to learn procurement systems, supplier management, and operational processes**Additional Job Details**Professional – P1 Organizational Impact • Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within job area with indirect impact on departmental or job family results • Entry-level professional; follows standard processes and works under close supervision • Work is defined by others within smaller, less complex projects/assignments and generally more limited in scope Communication & Influence • Communicates with contacts typically within the team on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring some explanation or interpretation in order to reach agreement Innovation & Complexity • May be responsible for contributing to recommended enhancements in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness within job area • Problems are routine, but may require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures Leadership & Talent Management • N/A – Jobs at this level are focused on self-development Knowledge & Experience • Requires broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education; may have limited to no experience**Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec** Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: Shift Schedule**First Shift (United States of America)**No Soliciting**Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team. #J-18808-Ljbffr