NPD Materials Specialist
Core
Ensure material readiness for new product introductions and successful launches by bridging New Product Development Procurement and Manufacturing Operations.
Role type
Senior IC supply chain specialist (NPD materials)
Builds
New product launches and development builds
Domain
Medical devices / Supply chain
Required skills
PFEP management, BOM structures, temporary purchasing, supplier expediting, SAP procurement master data, launch stabilization, supply risk mitigation, open order tracking, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
NPI/NPD support, ERP systems (SAP/Ariba), manufacturing support experience
Technologies
SAP, Ariba, Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain Plans for Every Part (PFEPs) across multiple NPD projects, Coordinate material readiness to support validation builds and pilot runs, Manage temporary purchasing activities before SAP processes are established, Expedite supplier deliveries to meet project milestones, Track and maintain open orders and delivery performance reports, Support SAP procurement master data setup, Lead the formal handoff of suppliers and data to manufacturing Buyer/Planner teams, Support launch stabilization activities
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC