Buyer (PLM – Product Lifecycle Management)
Core
Sourcing materials, components, and services for global New Product Introduction (NPI) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) projects to ensure material availability and support cost optimization.
Role type
Buyer (PLM - Product Lifecycle Management)
Builds
New product introductions and ongoing product lifecycle activities
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Automation / Supply Chain
Required skills
Supplier identification and evaluation, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, Purchase order processing, Supply chain material readiness coordination, Supplier performance monitoring, SAP/ERP data management
Preferred skills
NPI and PLM program support, Supplier negotiation, RFQ preparation, MRP and inventory management expertise, Advanced Excel and Power BI skills, Supply chain risk management, APICS/ASCM/ISM certification
Technologies
SAP, MRP, Power BI, Excel
Responsibilities
Support sourcing activities for NPI and PLM projects; Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers through cost and risk analysis; Conduct TCO and cost analysis to support project cost targets; Coordinate Supply Chain Material Readiness activities with suppliers and internal stakeholders; Monitor material availability, supplier performance, lead times, and supply risks; Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders; Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams for BOM reviews and new part setup; Maintain accurate procurement data within SAP and other enterprise systems; Analyze procurement and supplier data to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC