NPDI Buyer: Launch Materials Sourcing and Cost Optimization

Vertiv Co; Mexicali; Presencial; MXN 420.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Vertiv Co in Mexicali, Mexico, is seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage NPDI-related sourcing and supplier activities. You will act as the primary contact for materials readiness during new product launches and engineering changes, while collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and PM teams.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing procurement, NPDI experience, and strong negotiation skills. Bilingual English/Spanish and knowledge of APQP/PPAP are essential.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field required.
• 3–5 years of procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Experience supporting NPDI/NPI processes.
• Experience with Oracle ERP (preferred).
• Bilingual: English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and supplier qualification processes.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as primary procurement contact for NPDI projects, ensuring materials readiness.
• Collect and analyze data, prepare reports, and support process improvements.
• Source, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers for NPDI.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
• Create, update, and track purchase orders for prototype and production materials.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and PM teams to align timelines.
• Conduct supplier research and market analysis for sourcing strategies.
• Monitor order statuses and address discrepancies or delays.
• Support APQP activities and supplier qualification processes.
• Drive cost reduction during product development to meet target costs.
• Manage BOM procurement from prototype to production launch.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and ethics.
• Maintain ERP records for NPDI purchasing in Oracle.
• Participate in design reviews and provide procurement input on availability, lead times, and costs.
• Support production transfer activities, including supplier transitions and logistics.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Supplier management

APQP/PPAP knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Results oriented

Continuous improvement

Should-cost modeling

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Herramientas

Oracle ERP

Descripción del empleo

Vertiv Co in Mexicali, Mexico, is seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage NPDI-related sourcing and supplier activities. You will act as the primary contact for materials readiness during new product launches and engineering changes, while collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and PM teams.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing procurement, NPDI experience, and strong negotiation skills. Bilingual English/Spanish and knowledge of APQP/PPAP are essential.