NPI Material Manager

NVIDIA•Santa Clara, CA

12d•$100,000 - $195,500•Onsite

About The Position

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world. We are looking for a forward-thinking NPI Materials Manager to join Procurement. This role is essential for material readiness and success in a high-paced NPI setting. Seeking a supply chain professional who embraces digital transformation and excels in data-driven decisions.

Requirements

Strong analytical and strategic skills – ability to turn complex supply issues into actionable insights.
Advanced skills in Excel, Tableau, SQL, or other visualization tools.
Deep understanding of BOM structures, inventory planning, and ECO processes in a PCBA environment.
Working experience with SAP ERP, PDP/Agile PLM, and CM execution systems.
Clear and concise communicator capable of influencing Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance teams.
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of experience in materials planning, supply chain manufacturing, or NPI production in high-tech or semiconductor industries.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to AI/ML models or decision intelligence platforms (e.g., o9, Kinaxis, Anaplan, Rapid Response) is a plus.
APICS certification preferred.
Experience in OEM/CEM environments, especially with turnkey materials execution and digital SCM initiatives.

Responsibilities

Manage supply availability across assigned commodities by working directly with external Contract Manufacturers (CMs) and internal teams to ensure clear-to-build (CTB) for all NPI builds.
Apply AI-enabled platforms and data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, or similar) to model demand scenarios, visualize risks, and recommend proactive materials strategies.
Proactively identify and resolve component shortages; collaborate with Engineering on alternate sourcing and deviation approvals.
Implement predictive analytics to flag risks early and propose data-driven mitigations.
Lead supplier/CM meetings using structured important metrics, data dashboards, and exception-based alerts.
Responsible for addressing supply issues; apply root-cause analysis by demonstrating digital tools.
Partner with Materials Planning and Engineering teams to deliver timely insights into supply constraints, readiness levels, and recovery plans via coordinated reporting tools.
Champion initiatives to improve scalability, automate manual processes, and boost efficiency through AI agents, RPA, or intelligent planning platforms.