Sr. NPI Buyer
Core
Manage supply chain activities from concept to commercialization for new product introductions, ensuring material availability and optimizing processes.
Role type
Senior NPI Buyer (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
New product supply chains and material availability for commercialization
Domain
Medical device manufacturing / New Product Introduction
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, NPI purchasing, supplier capability evaluation, purchase order management, inventory planning, demand forecasting, project management, ERP systems proficiency, BOM structures knowledge, market research
Preferred skills
Supplier development, SCRM tools, supplier quality systems, regulated industry experience
Technologies
SAP, Agile, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Responsibilities
Manage procurement of direct materials and coordinate strategic sourcing for NPI; Track and manage purchase orders and delivery commitments for product ramp-up; Evaluate and develop supplier capabilities; Monitor cost, capacity, and delivery schedules; Conduct market research to qualify suppliers; Prepare supplier scorecards and lead quoting activities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC