NPI Sourcing & Localization Leader

Advanced Energy Management Limited; Santa Rosa; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Energy is seeking an experienced NPI Purchasing and Localization Manager to drive sourcing, localization, and supplier development for new product introductions. You will ensure material readiness, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity across engineering, program management, and manufacturing teams.

The role reports to Senior Purchasing Manager and requires strong leadership, deep procurement knowledge, and a track record in EMS/high-tech environments.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, or Procurement.
• 3+ years in NPI, Project Procurement, or Localization leadership roles.
• Experience in EMS, Semiconductor, Automotive, Medical, or High-Tech Manufacturing.
• Proven supplier qualification, localization, and new product introductions.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle/SAP.
• Minimum 7+ years leading a small team.
• onsite role at Sta. Rosa Laguna facility.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement for all NPI projects.
• Develop procurement strategies to support prototype, pilot, and production builds.
• Ensure timely material availability to meet milestones and commitments.
• Manage RFQs, supplier selection, negotiations, and PO placement.
• Coordinate localization strategies and supplier qualifications with QE and Eng teams.
• Lead NPI and Localization procurement across multiple programs.
• Track procurement milestones and provide executive updates.
• Develop and mentor NPI Buyers and Localization Specialists.

Skills

NPI procurement

Localization strategy

Supplier development

Strategic sourcing

Cost management

Cross-functional leadership

ERP/MRP (Oracle/SAP)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Advanced Energy is seeking an experienced NPI Purchasing and Localization Manager to drive sourcing, localization, and supplier development for new product introductions. You will ensure material readiness, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity across engineering, program management, and manufacturing teams.

The role reports to Senior Purchasing Manager and requires strong leadership, deep procurement knowledge, and a track record in EMS/high-tech environments.