Defense Segment Buyer

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The worlds dreams peoples 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 NidecGroup will continue to meet the challenge. For the worlds and peoples tomorrows; the worlds first the worlds best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Nidec is the worlds No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling everything that spins and moves miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors industrial motors appliance motors and controls. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment mining oil and gas and power generation and for commercial applications such as pool and spa condensers cooling towers and large refrigeration units.

From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics the impact of motors will only increase.

With over 140000 employees stationed worldwide Nidec continues to be a unique organization and each location maintains its individual personality.

Whether driving locomotives powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1000 employees in the Americas we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industrys leading manufacturer.

Job Description

Shift: 1st shift

Days of Work: Monday Friday

Work Hours: 8:00am to 5:00 pm

Work Location: Onsite (North Mankato MN)

Starting Salary: $65000 to $105654 Annually

Pay Frequency: BiWeekly

At Nidec we prioritize our teams wellbeing and success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you both personally and professionally. These are the great benefits we offer with additional perks and programs available to enhance your overall experience with us.

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical dental vision and disability coverage effective from your first day.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a bestinclass company match of 100 on the employees first 6 with an additional 3 employer contribution to support your financial future.
• WorkLife Balance: Generous time off package including PTO and holidays.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support your professional growth.

Position Objective:

Coordinates activities involved with procuring goods and services such as raw materials equipment tools parts supplies and advertising for organization by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Position is responsible for the of procurement activities associated with government contracting
• Ensure compliance to US laws and regulations in all activities and serve as Procurement SME
• Prepare solicitations evaluation of quotes and prepare award documents
• In coordination with Contracts Manager review the purchase description and supporting technical documentation to ensure proper clause selection and develop any unique terms and conditions for the solicitation and subsequent purchase or delivery order
• Perform price analysis to include the pricing of nonstandard technical elements for use in business case review
• In coordination with Contracts Manager prepare contract modifications identify the circumstances prohibiting modification and apply procedures for modifications in accordance with existing regulations and sound judgement
• Perform preaward and postaward actions i.e.: FAR& DFAR flow downs Small Business Plans TINA analysis etc.
• Knowledge of Federal and DOD procurement and acquisition laws regulations and policies
• Skills in performing preaward and postaward functions to include principles policies regulations practices and procedures
• Use of Procurement systems (ERP Excel Word) to acquire use and maintain accurate records
• Perform postaward administrative functions on purchase orders to suppliers
• Demonstrated strong analytical problem solving and multitasking skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced constantly changing environment
• Exhibit excellent judgement decision and discretion skills
• Demonstrated ability to work professionally with both external and internal customers
• Provide backup function coverage as defined by department manager
• Additional duties assigned by department manager as required by business needs

Experience/Skills:

• Experience in Government Contracting Procurement strongly desired
• 4 Years of Experience in purchasing duties required
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word Excel and PowerPoint)
• Must be a US Citizen

• Oracle (ERP) experience is desired

Education:

• BS degree in Business or equivalent and or experience in government contracting

Additional Job Details

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: 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. Preapproval 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.