Sourcing Manager

Company Overview

Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to "Serve Society with Superior Quality." We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future.

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you're made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

Business Unit

BSA - Procurement

Management Level

Professional

Job Category

Supply Chain & Procurement

Position Summary

Responsible for procurement (e.g., purchasing and supply chain activities), as well as vendor management (e.g., negotiation, purchase, and relationships associated with outsourced services). Responsibilities include:• Accountable for obtaining goods / services required by the organization including Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.) and Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.)

o Product / Service Sourcing

o Supplier Selection

o Pricing / Terms Negotiation

o Order Processing

o Contract Administration

o Supplier Performance Management• Manages or performs strategic sourcing work to manage risk and optimize the value/resilience of materials/services sourcing including:

o Establishing supplier relationship management processes and continuous improvement

goals/programs.

o Negotiating contracts and coordinating supplier integration plans with internal clients.

o Monitors market dynamics that impact materials/services availability and/or pricing.

o Partners with internal clients to identify sourcing needs, develop buyer/market profiles,

identify marketplace trends, and define acceptable service levels

Responsibilities

• Works on problems of moderate scope and assists with projects or processes while receiving general instructions from higher level professionals• Applies research towards the planning, design development, testing, and completion of projects• Impact is short-term, occasionally on medium-term goals• Continues building knowledge of organization and processes• May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Typically requires a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.