Global Supply Management Specialist

Position: Global Supply Management Specialist

At Nexteer, we don’t believe in “one-size-fits-all”. Our strength lies in the diversity of our team—each member contributing unique backgrounds, experiences, and aspirations. We believe this diversity fuels our innovation, broadens our perspectives, and propels our collective growth.

For over a century, we’ve been pioneers in the automotive industry.  Our vision is clear - we are a global leading motion control technology company accelerating mobility to be safe, green and exciting. Our unwavering commitment to Quality, Collaboration, Integrity, and Accountability guides us as we solve motion control challenges for our 60 global customers. If you’re ready to join a dynamic team that drives change and makes a difference, Nexteer welcomes you! 

About the role

The Global Supply Management Specialist is a unique blended role offering a combination of responsibilities that give you broad experience and set you up for professional growth within our Global Supply Management (GSM) team.  In this position, you will participate in a team that drives business transformation and innovation across the US Division through purchasing and supply chain management.  This role goes beyond traditional administrative support and requires strong coordination skills, executive presence, and the ability to drive follow-up and execution across a global, cross-functional organization. In this role, you will report directly to the Executive Director of GSM.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Purchasing Support

• Support purchasing initiatives and cross-functional projects
• Assist with research, coordination, and execution of strategic initiatives
• Provide administrative and organizational support for transformation activities

Vendor & External Engagement Support

• Assist in preparing leadership communications to suppliers
• Coordinate scheduling and meeting logistics with key vendors
• Track and follow-up on supplier-related actions to support alignment and timely execution
• Ensure communications reflect a professional, consistent, and executive-level standard

Leadership Coordination & Accountability 

• Serve as point of coordination between GSM Executive and leadership team to track key commitments, deliverables, and follow-ups
• Drive visibility and accountability by monitoring progress against milestones and deadlines
• Coordinate domestic and international travel in alignment with business priorities and executive schedules

Meeting & Governance Support

• Coordinate leadership meetings (preparation, logistics, materials and documented outcomes)
• Track action items and decisions, ensuring timely follow-up and closure with stakeholders
• Support governance routines including staff meetings, QBRs, and leadership reviews to ensure consistency and execution

Executive & Business Operations Support

• Manage GSM Executive calendar and coordinate internal/external meetings across global time zones to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Support development of executive-level presentations and reporting materials
• Compile data from cross-functional teams to support leadership updates and strategic decisions
• Ensure executive materials are accurate, well-structured, and aligned with leadership messaging and business objectives

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience providing high‑level administrative support to senior leaders and executives
• Prior experience in a corporate, manufacturing, or supply chain organizations strongly preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with demonstrated expertise in PowerPoint and Excel
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Highly developed organizational, time‑management, and follow‑through skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and handle confidential information with discretion

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Nexteer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Minorities/Veterans/Women

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About Nexteer

Nexteer Automotive is a global leader in advanced steering and motion control systems, enabling intuitive, safe, and comfortable mobility for drivers around the world. Our innovative product portfolio includes Electric Power Steering (EPS), Steer-by-Wire™, Driveline, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies that support electrification, software-defined vehicles, and autonomous driving.

With approximately 13,000 employees and operations in more than 20 manufacturing plants and multiple technical centers globally, Nexteer partners with nearly every major global and regional automotive manufacturer.

Employment Agencies 

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Nexteer Automotive or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed Nexteer Automotive Agency Agreement on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered Nexteer Automotive property and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired. 

Please note, agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by a member of Nexteer’s Human Resources team.  No other Nexteer employee is authorized to bind Nexteer to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by an agency.