NPI Buyer Planner I

NIBE Element North America•Hayward, CA

15d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The NPI Buyer/Planner position combines strategic planning expertise with procurement acumen to execute projects efficiently, cost-effectively, and in alignment with organizational goals. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, organizational, project management and multi-tasking skills, including proactive problem solving. The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between Project Managers, engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and stakeholders to manage timelines, resources, and risk during the product development lifecycle.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in Procurement, Planning, or Project Management role.
Planning and purchasing experience in manufacturing required.
Proficient with MS Office products.
Experience with ERP Systems required.
High level of oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Epicor ERP system is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement detailed plans for the introduction of new products, including timelines, budget estimates, and resource allocation.
Oversee the procurement of materials and components required for new product launches, ensuring quality standards and cost-efficiency.
Perform material requirements planning and ensure on-time delivery to customers.
Support new program launches by researching and evaluating suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, and reliability.
Serve as the primary point of contact between suppliers and internal teams, ensuring smooth communication and alignment of objectives.
Facilitate regular status meetings with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress and address challenges proactively.
Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to highlight achievements, challenges, and suggestions for process improvements.
Manage supplier relationships and production execution to meet customer requirements.
Understand the criticality of meeting customer deadlines.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Bill of Materials, process flow setup, and First Article Inspection (FAI).
Follow up on day-to-day activities including purchasing, production, warehouse, and shipping.
Identify supply issues, flag them with the appropriate owners across Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing, and drive resolution.
Manage quality issues and invoice discrepancies.
Develop programs to improve supplier quality and dependability, along with internal purchasing procedures.
Follow up on deliveries and expedite as needed.
Negotiate and administer contracts with suppliers.
Maintain accurate cost and lead time information in all systems.
Replenish inventory in a timely manner using MRP Reports and cross-verify with open sales orders.
Analyze procurement data and NPI outcomes to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
Establish files and controls for all outgoing and incoming correspondence on each assigned order.
Work with Manufacturing departments to ensure the movement of work orders on schedule.
Make effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project.
Perform other responsibilities related to projects or processes as defined by the manager.