Manager, Indirect Sourcing & Procurement at Nintendo

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

211300.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Contract Management, Negotiation, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Supplier Relationship Management, Risk Management, Project Management, Budgeting, Quality Management, Attention to Detail, Excel, ERP Systems, Supplier Performance Management, Technology Solutions

Industry

Computer Games

Description

Nintendo of America Inc. About Nintendo of America: From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, Nintendo’s mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo’s iconic and cherished franchises including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™ across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks. Based in Redmond, Wash., Nintendo of America serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at https://www.nintendo.com/. Team Summary: Within Nintendo of America (NOA)’s Source to Pay Services department, this position will oversee and manage a team of 5 individual contributors responsible for the strategic sourcing, contracting, procurement, and SRM of indirect spend categories, while also helping to execute against strategy, implement changes, drive efficiencies, and demonstrate results. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: · Oversees and manages the day-to-day activities of staff, assigning work, providing feedback and guidance. · Participates in the development and leads the execution of category and sourcing strategies and tactics that align with the broader organizational and team goals. · Manages, reviews, and authorizes all aspects of the contract lifecycle for low- to moderate-risk procurement contracts. · Collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure contracts meet legal requirements, mitigate risk, · and align with strategic objectives. · Leads staff in sourcing, negotiating, conducting due diligence, and purchasing semi-complex, custom, or strategic goods, services, or inventory items. · Partners with internal customers and cross-functional team members to streamline activities, identify opportunities for improvement, manage risk, and resolve conflict. · Leads staff in the planning & execution of supplier onboarding and performance monitoring activities, building and leveraging a diverse supply base to achieve the best value for Nintendo. · Directs the design, implementation, and communication of new processes, technology solutions, and reporting that improve efficiencies and support evolving business needs. · Develops, implements, and maintains department policies, procedures, and guidelines that reflect critical business processes, controls, and compliance requirements. SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS: · Minimum of six to eight (6-8) years of strategic sourcing, procurement, or contract management experience required. · Experience leading and developing a team. · Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, contract law, quality management, budgeting, project management, cost/price and value analysis, supplier relationship & performance management, and risk management required · Experience and knowledge in one or more of the following indirect spend categories required: retail marketing, advertising, experiential marketing, social media & influencers, public relations, IT hardware, software, technology solutions, professional/consulting services, facilities management for office, warehouse, and/or retail store locations. · Attention to detail and strong negotiation, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills required · Intermediate reporting using Excel, Tableau or similar software preferred. · Prior experience working with an ERP system required (i.e. Oracle, SAP). · Strong proficiency in using strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance management systems and tools required. · Knowledge of Nintendo products preferred · Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, IT, Supply Chain, Law, or a related field, or equivalent required. · Professional certification in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or equivalent preferred. · Professional certification in contracting, project management, or equivalent preferred. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. This position is HYBRID in Redmond, WA, and not open to remote status at this time. This position includes a base salary range of $117,400 - $211,300 annually, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Please see our Benefits & Perks page for more benefits information. #LI-HYBRID

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage a team responsible for strategic sourcing, contracting, procurement, and supplier relationship management of indirect spend categories. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contracts align with strategic objectives and drive efficiencies.