Nathan Holdsworth, EMS

Roles Held: Seat Components (2022–2024), Seat Structures (2024–2025) Led global sourcing responsibilities for seat structures, motors, latches, plastics, CLA, and TVA. Delivered measurable cost savings through complex negotiations while ensuring supply continuity in high-risk categories. Partnered cross-functionally to align purchasing decisions with company objectives and supported critical sourcing approvals for high-value commodities. Developed strong supplier relationships that improved performance, resilience, and long-term value.

Roles: Strategic Commodity Buyer (2020–2021), Sales Account Manager (2021–2022) Built experience on both sales and procurement sides of the automotive supply chain, managing commercial agreements and supplier relationships that delivered value for both the company and its customers. In procurement, developed sourcing strategies and negotiated with global suppliers to achieve cost and performance objectives. In sales, partnered with OEM customers to secure contracts and strengthen long-term business relationships. This dual perspective sharpened my ability to balance supplier and customer needs, drive collaboration, and create sustainable results.

Roles: Prototype Buyer (2016–2017), Segment Buyer (2017–2019), Program Buyer (2019–2020) Managed sourcing activities for electronic components, PCBA, seat modules, accelerator pedal/brake sensors, transmission range sensors, and supporting global vehicle programs and supplier launches. Built supplier relationships that improved cost, quality, and delivery performance while navigating complex requirements across development and production stages. Gained hands-on experience in program management, cross-functional collaboration, and supplier development that laid the foundation for future leadership in global supply chains.

Supply Chain Planner Supported logistics planning and scheduling for major aerospace and automotive customers, coordinating high-volume shipments and ensuring on-time delivery. Developed a strong foundation in supply chain execution and gained firsthand experience managing complex operations where accuracy, timing, and coordination were critical.