New Product Introduction Procurement Manager

Carrier • Athens, GA

3d • $96,000 - $192,000

About The Position

An experienced procurement professional who oversees supply chain activities for New Product Introductions (NPI) across OEM and Aftermarket product launches. The role manages NPI procurement execution and works daily with category managers, engineers, quality teams, and other functional areas to ensure products launch in accordance with business needs. It includes strategic sourcing, supplier qualification, contract and purchase order management, cost control, delivery coordination, and resolution of customer and supplier issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business.
• At least 5 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Purchasing, and/or Supply Chain Management.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Purchasing, and/or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience using supply chain management software and tools, including JDE, Oracle, or SAP.
• In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiation terms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Highly organized, results-driven, and detail-oriented.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage New Product Introductions for OEM and Aftermarket products in partnership with business unit teams, ensuring launches meet business needs.
• Manage RFPs, RFIs, negotiations, costs, and NPI procurement execution.
• Work with Commodity Managers and Supplier Quality to approve and qualify suppliers.
• Act on changes in price trends and manufacturing processes to support successful procurement.
• Control spend and build a culture of long-term procurement cost savings.
• Respond to internal and external customer issues and problems.
• Monitor suppliers and schedule or expedite deliveries to resolve shortages and missed or late deliveries.
• Execute purchase orders and negotiate prices and payment terms.
• Monitor and manage supplier invoicing issues and late payments.
• Conduct strategic sourcing activities supporting new product development.
• Analyze contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Partner with Commodity Managers to execute Long Term Agreements with suppliers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness incentives.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid vacation, up to 15 days.
• Paid sick days, up to 5 days.
• Paid personal leave, up to 5 days.
• Paid holidays, up to 13 days.
• Birth and adoption leave.
• Parental leave.
• Family and medical leave.
• Bereavement leave.
• Jury duty leave.
• Military leave.
• Purchased vacation.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage.
• Health Savings Account, Health Care Spending Account, and Dependent Care Spending Account.
• Tuition assistance.
• Short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager