Sourcing Manager II - Electrical & Electronics

About the role

Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of Commodity Managers responsible for Electrical and Electronics sourcing strategy across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement long-term sourcing strategies for key electrical and electronic components (e.g., PCBs, semiconductors, connectors, cable assemblies).
• Lead cost optimization initiatives, including value engineering and supplier negotiations, to achieve measurable savings.
• Drive strategic decisions on sourcing models, including purchasing directly from OEMs versus through distribution channels to optimize cost, availability, and inventory strategies.
• Build and strengthen strategic supplier partnerships to drive innovation, quality, and supply continuity.
• Guide supplier selection, qualification, and performance management processes.
• Enhance cross-functional collaboration and improve sourcing excellence through best practices, tools, and data-driven insights.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and strategic thinking.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in a relatively large supply chain organization is preferred.
• Passion for leading and developing people.
• Experience leading complex categories, preferably Electrical and Electronics.
• Strong negotiation skills including experience negotiating multi-million dollar contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and work comfortably in ambiguity.
• Experience operating in a fast-paced, global environment driving results through influence and collaboration.
• Able to travel a minimum of 15%.

Qualifications

• Dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world.
• Opportunities for career growth and impact.
• Robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands with a history dating back more than 100 years.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Knowledge of procurement and supply chain management principles.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan with a company match.
• Supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

Pay

Pay Transparency: nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply. Compensation Range $105,000.00 - $195,000.00 Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the role and the employee.