Sourcing Lead

About the role

Lead sourcing workstreams across both New Product Development (NPD) and cost reduction initiatives in existing production programs.

Operate within nVent’s Engineered Building Solutions (EBS) division, a rapidly growing business formed through recent acquisitions.

Where integration of systems, processes, and teams is ongoing. Requires adaptability, strong cross-functional alignment, and the ability to deliver results in a dynamic, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Challenge and optimize existing sourcing strategies by partnering with Buyer/Planners, site teams, and suppliers to identify and implement savings opportunities.
• Operate effectively in a decentralized environment without direct authority, using influence and collaboration to drive alignment and execution.
• Build strong relationships with site teams to gain access to critical information, validate assumptions, and uncover improvement opportunities.
• Lead supplier negotiations, cost-out initiatives, and re-sourcing efforts aligned with business objectives.
• Create structure where needed. Developing tracking tools, establishing reporting cadence, and building communication frameworks to drive visibility and accountability.
• Identify and implement synergy opportunities across sites, suppliers, and legacy organizations resulting from integration efforts.
• Operate in a fast-paced, evolving post-acquisition environment. Balancing execution with process development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• 5+ years experience in Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Commodity Management, Procurement is preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Proven ability to influence without authority and drive results in cross-functional, decentralized organizations.
• Strong ownership mentality with the ability to lead initiatives independently in ambiguous and evolving environments.
• Experience working on both new product sourcing and cost reduction initiatives in production environments.
• Demonstrated ability to challenge status quo decisions and implement improvements through collaboration.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to engage Buyer/Planners, Operations, Engineering, and suppliers effectively.
• Ability to operate effectively with evolving data, leveraging networks and sound judgment to gather insights and inform decisions.
• Strong negotiation and cost analysis skills with a focus on delivering measurable results.
• Strong project management capability, including prioritization across competing demands and shifting priorities.
• Adaptable in dynamic environments with shifting priorities, organizational complexity, and developing processes.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel 10-30% domestically.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of procurement and supply chain management principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Back-up care services.
• Paid time off including volunteer time.
• A well-being program.
• Legal & identity theft protection.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.