Buyer 2, Indirect Purchasing

Location
Franklin, TN
Job Schedule:
Full-time, Hybrid (Mondays – Thursdays in office, Fridays remote)
Education Requirement:
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Sponsorship
No
Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a
Buyer 2, Indirect Purchasing to join our team in Franklin, TN.
In this role, you will negotiate pricing, facilitate purchases, and coordinate all activities required
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to assigned commodities.
A Day in the Life
The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed, to support business objectives.
Leads pricing negotiations and establishes cost-effective agreements for assigned commodities.
Identifies, evaluates, and develops suppliers.
Ensures suppliers meet quality, cost, and delivery expectations through performance management and analysis.
Manages contracts, purchase orders, and supplier records while maintaining organized documentation.
Drives cost reduction initiatives and coordinates cross-functional efforts to ensure uninterrupted supply and resolve issues.
Who We’re Looking For
Required:
3-5 years of relevant and related experience.
Bachelor’s degree OR 8 years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree required. If Associate’s degree, must have 4 additional years of equivalent experience.
Working knowledge of MS Office.
Ability to work on-site in Franklin, TN.
Ability to travel approximately 20%.
Desired:
Strong understanding of commodities, market trends, and applicable regulations.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Proven negotiation skills with a focus on cost optimization.
Ability to analyze costs and evaluate manufacturing processes.
What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:
Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities:
Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.
Rewards:
Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our
Nissan Benefits Overview Guide .
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Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.
It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.
NISSAN FOR EVERYONE
People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.
Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Syner

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