Admin-Purchasing Manager-1st shift chez NTN Driveshaft, Inc.

NTN Driveshaft, Inc.

Position Title: Purchasing Manager

Location: Administrative Building – Columbus, Indiana

Reporting To: Director

Compensation: Salary / Exempt

Position Overview

NTN Driveshaft, Inc. is seeking a visionary and results-oriented Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement operations and drive strategic sourcing initiatives across a $400M annual spend. This high-impact leadership role is responsible for overseeing all purchasing activities that support our advanced manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, supplier compliance, and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all direct and indirect procurement, including materials, services, supplies, and freight.

• Oversee complex contract negotiations and supplier agreements across multiple facilities.

• Ensure compliance with legal standards, purchasing policies, and ethical practices.

• Develop and execute cost improvement strategies aligned with business plan objectives.

• Supervise and mentor purchasing and scheduling teams, fostering continuous development and performance excellence.

• Maintain and enforce the Supplier Manual in accordance with company and third-party standards.

• Monitor supplier performance in quality, delivery, and capacity; initiate corrective actions as needed.

• Conduct supplier risk assessments, audits, and onboarding evaluations.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to support new program launches and ensure seamless procurement execution.

• Maintain accurate records of steel receipts, scrap shipments, and supplier invoicing.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience in the automotive manufacturing sector.

• Proficiency in JDE or equivalent ERP systems.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal communication abilities.

• Deep understanding of IATF and customer-specific requirements.