Nidec Corporation
Manager, Enterprise Configuration
Nidec Corporation, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States,
Manager, Enterprise Configuration
Location: North America/USA/Missouri/St. Louis - ACIM, MOTime Type: Full TimePosted On: 3 Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R0010652We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Engineering leader to manage the Enterprise Configurator at U.S. Motors, a Business Platform of Nidec, a leading industrial manufacturer of electric motors. This role requires a dynamic individual with a strong background in management, engineering, and complex industrial product configuration processes.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:Supervise and coordinate a team responsible for executing all variable BOM configuration projects using various systems, BOM documentation, and internal business processes, fostering a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and innovation. Invest in the professional development of direct reports including coaching, performance reviews, and long-term career guidance.Hands-on team management capability with a proactive problem-solving attitude to provide guidance and solutions to the team, help configurator engineers accomplish tasks accurately and on time, and assist with identifying risks and solutions to stay on schedule.Align various legacy business processes and systems to ensure development of business processes, systems, and KPIs to measure and resolve issues around BOM configuration quality and execution timeliness.Contribute to a large software implementation project to create accurate product configurations that meet marketing, engineering, finance, and operations specifications. This includes creating business processes linking various BOM lifecycle tools such as PLM, ERP, and order entry systems to manage configuration system implementation, priorities, approval processes, and timelines.Collaborate with engineering, product management, supply chain, and master data teams for Bill of Material configuration and management to reduce complexity and parts duplication.Remain abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance configuration, BOM, and item master data processes, tools, and methodologies.Enforce strict data security and compliance standards to protect company data.Additional Job DetailsQualifications:Required:Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, EE or ME preferred.Experience:
3 years in Engineering or Analysis-related environment. 5+ years working experience in BOM management with experience in managing maintenance and creation of variable BOM configuration preferred. 5+ years experience in manufacturing industry, configurable products, electrical equipment/electric motors preferred.Technical Expertise:
Proven experience with Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) applications operating in a cloud environment.Skills:
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.Query and scripting.MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) proficiency.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.Ability to manage physically dispersed teams and multi-site operations.
Preferred:Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, Masters degree) preferred.Expertise in Oracle CPQ solutions.Understanding of industrial manufacturing processes, continuous improvement, safety, quality processes, cost, purchasing, engineering, etc.Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at NidecNidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.No SolicitingNidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted.About Us
Nidec has worked its way up to become the world's No.1 manufacturer of small precision motors. In the process, Nidec has gradually expanded its product lineup to include a variety of small to large motors, application products for machinery, and electronic and optical components.At present, its products are used in a wide range of fields and devices including information and telecommunications equipment, office equipment, home appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment, and environmental energy.For Everything that Spins and Moves , the Group is creating next-generation drive technologies to meet the needs of society.
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Location: North America/USA/Missouri/St. Louis - ACIM, MOTime Type: Full TimePosted On: 3 Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R0010652We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Engineering leader to manage the Enterprise Configurator at U.S. Motors, a Business Platform of Nidec, a leading industrial manufacturer of electric motors. This role requires a dynamic individual with a strong background in management, engineering, and complex industrial product configuration processes.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:Supervise and coordinate a team responsible for executing all variable BOM configuration projects using various systems, BOM documentation, and internal business processes, fostering a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and innovation. Invest in the professional development of direct reports including coaching, performance reviews, and long-term career guidance.Hands-on team management capability with a proactive problem-solving attitude to provide guidance and solutions to the team, help configurator engineers accomplish tasks accurately and on time, and assist with identifying risks and solutions to stay on schedule.Align various legacy business processes and systems to ensure development of business processes, systems, and KPIs to measure and resolve issues around BOM configuration quality and execution timeliness.Contribute to a large software implementation project to create accurate product configurations that meet marketing, engineering, finance, and operations specifications. This includes creating business processes linking various BOM lifecycle tools such as PLM, ERP, and order entry systems to manage configuration system implementation, priorities, approval processes, and timelines.Collaborate with engineering, product management, supply chain, and master data teams for Bill of Material configuration and management to reduce complexity and parts duplication.Remain abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance configuration, BOM, and item master data processes, tools, and methodologies.Enforce strict data security and compliance standards to protect company data.Additional Job DetailsQualifications:Required:Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, EE or ME preferred.Experience:
3 years in Engineering or Analysis-related environment. 5+ years working experience in BOM management with experience in managing maintenance and creation of variable BOM configuration preferred. 5+ years experience in manufacturing industry, configurable products, electrical equipment/electric motors preferred.Technical Expertise:
Proven experience with Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) applications operating in a cloud environment.Skills:
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.Query and scripting.MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) proficiency.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.Ability to manage physically dispersed teams and multi-site operations.
Preferred:Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, Masters degree) preferred.Expertise in Oracle CPQ solutions.Understanding of industrial manufacturing processes, continuous improvement, safety, quality processes, cost, purchasing, engineering, etc.Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at NidecNidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.No SolicitingNidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted.About Us
Nidec has worked its way up to become the world's No.1 manufacturer of small precision motors. In the process, Nidec has gradually expanded its product lineup to include a variety of small to large motors, application products for machinery, and electronic and optical components.At present, its products are used in a wide range of fields and devices including information and telecommunications equipment, office equipment, home appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment, and environmental energy.For Everything that Spins and Moves , the Group is creating next-generation drive technologies to meet the needs of society.
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