NPDI Procurement Lead

Vertiv; Monterrey; Presencial; MXN 30,000 - 50,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in the technology sector is seeking a Procurement Manager in Monterrey, Mexico. This role involves managing procurement processes for new product development, ensuring quality and performance that exceed customer expectations. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, 5-7 years of relevant experience, and the ability to drive projects in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

Formación

• 5-7 years of supply chain, Engineering, or related experience.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings.
• Leadership skills in complex, international teams.

Responsabilidades

• Manage all Procurement deliverables for new products.
• Coordinate with Regional and Global procurement teams.
• Host Sourcing Review for business-critical projects.

Conocimientos

Project Management

Supply Chain Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronic)

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Operations

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Herramientas

MS Office

ERP

PLM tools

Descripción del empleo

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all Procurement deliverable as new products transition from ideation to pilot phase and into mass production with an exceptional level of speed, quality, and performance to exceed customer expectations.
• Be an integral part of each Engineering project team with the resulting product being (a) having parts sourced from preferred supplier/manufacturer, (b) having a BOM and Cap Ex cost that meets business needs, (c) have a supply chain that delivers parts/products that meets market demands, and (d) maximize dual sourcing, (e) ensure material and supplier readiness for key development milestones, (f) eliminate any supply chain issues prior to product released to mass production.
• Helps develop the prototype strategy with the engineering team and associated buyer to help quick turnaround on prototypes. Analyze the tooling needs and costs for a new product.
• Review Supplier proposals and make appropriate recommendations. Coordinate with Regional and Global procurement teams to help mitigate supply risks.
• Own all purchase BOM cost reporting. Track all purchase cost changes and initiate/participate in new component reduction activities to stay below price target.
• Host Sourcing Review for business-critical projects with cross functional teams for, and follow-up to ensure identified actions gets addressed properly in a timely manner.
• Ensure Procurement related KPIs are correctly reported, and work to drive improvements when KPIs are not met. Complete all Procurement related Gate deliverables during a new product development. Provide the Procurement vote on all relevant Gate review.
• Lead/Participate in all NPD/NPI review meetings as required. Coordinate launch plans with EMS suppliers to meet project schedule.
• Other Duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronic), Supply Chain Operations and/or Business

5-7 years of supply chain, Engineering, or related experience.

• Significant Supply Chain and Engineering background preferred, with experience in multiple disciplines (e.g., NPI, Project Management, Industrialization etc.).
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and bill of materials.
• Ability to manage multiple Projects simultaneously, team player within Procurement and cross-functional teams.
• Clear understanding of Supply Chain and Procurement processes and strategy with an understanding of Vertiv’s marketplace and industry business operations and standards.
• Ability to build forward-thinking partnerships with suppliers along with leadership skills, particularly in complex, international, and cross functional teams.
• Experienced in working within large matrixed teams and/or organizations. Willing to work in different time zones (as required).
• Ability to drive and accept change, continuous improvement processes.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, ERP and PLM tools.
• Preferred: PMP (Project Management Professional) and/or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Chain)

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Please list all physical and environmental demands that may performed on a regular basis.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• 15%