Procurement Project Manager – New Product Development (NPD)

Nidec Corporation; Mexico; On-site; PHP 3,160,116 - 4,564,612; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Mexico Shared Services in Apodaca, Mexico seeks a Procurement Project Manager for New Product Development. You will lead procurement activities, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure timely material delivery aligned with profitability targets and production readiness.

Requires 5+ years in procurement or supply chain, bachelor's degree, and strong Excel/data analysis skills. English required; some travel up to 10% is expected. Experience with ERP/PLM systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• B.S./Bachelors in Business, Supply Chain or related field.
• 5+ years in procurement, supply chain or business management.
• Experience supporting sourcing, supplier management or project coordination.
• Exposure to manufacturing and new product development preferred.
• Familiarity with cross-functional teamwork and project timelines.
• English required; Spanish preferred.
• Travel up to 10% domestically or internationally.

Responsibilities

• Represent Procurement on NPD cross-functional teams.
• Track procurement deliverables and stage-gate activities.
• Maintain sourcing timelines and escalate risks to leadership.
• Coordinate supplier readiness for product launches.
• Execute RFQ processes and analyze supplier quotations.
• Assist with cost analysis and negotiations; partner with Quality.
• Lead supplier selection aligning with the procurement strategy.
• Drive cost modeling and target costing; manage BOM estimates.
• Coordinate tooling and pre-production procurement; support SOP.
• Ensure compliance with PPAP/APQP through supplier selection.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Leadership communication

Excel proficiency

Data analysis

Sourcing & supplier management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

PLM systems

Job description

## Procurement Project Manager – New Product Development (NPD)Applylocations: North America/MEX/Apodaca- Nidec Mexico Shared Services, S. de R.L. de C.Vtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0016202We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.**Job Summary**The Procurement Project Manager – NPD supports procurement execution and supplier engagement activities for Nidec Automations new product development. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to help ensure material deliverables are completed on time, aligned with internal profitability targets, supplier scale, and streamlined transition to active plant manufacture. The position focuses on active coordination of procurement activities, including supplier selection, negotiation support, and critical communication throughout the product development lifecycle. Additionally, enabling successful product launches through effective supplier management, collaboration, and project support.**Job Description**SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIESKey ResponsibilitiesProcurement Project Support* Represent Procurement on cross-functional NPD project teams* Track procurement deliverables and support stage-gate development activities* Maintain sourcing timelines and escalate risks or delays to leadership* Assist in coordinating supplier readiness for product launchesSourcing & Supplier Management* Execute RFQ processes, including collecting and analyzing supplier quotations in partnership with procurement contributors* Assist with cost analysis and support negotiations aligned with project goals* Partner with Supplier Quality to ensure suppliers meet critical requirements* Lead supplier selection that execute the procurement commodity strategyCost & Data Support* Drive procurement cost modeling and target costing* Own and advise bill of material (BOM) cost estimates and updates* Contribute to tracking cost savings and cost avoidance until SOPPrototype & Pre-Production Procurement* Coordinate procurement of tooling, and pre-production materials; Run off, Pre-pilot, Pilot and SOP Material.* Track supplier deliveries to support build timelines and validation activities* Assist in resolving supply or delivery issues during pre-pilot and pilot and SOP activityProcess, Compliance & Documentation* Ensure activities align with internal procurement processes and NPD stage-gate requirements, supporting procurement commodity strategy* Support compliance with quality, regulatory, and company standards* Ensure PPAP & APQP quality levels are adhered to via supplier selectionREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEEducation* B.S. in Business, Supply Chain management, or related fieldExperience* 5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or business management* Experience supporting sourcing, supplier management, or project coordination* Exposure to manufacturing, new product development preferred* Familiarity with cross-functional teamwork, project timelines, balancing incentivesSkills* **CRITICAL**: Strong organizational and communication with leadership teams* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data analysis tools is a plus* Basic understanding of sourcing, cost analysis, and supplier management* Ability to manage multiple tasks and support project timelinesPreferred* Experience in New Product Development/Introduction (NPD/NPI)* Time spent participating in Stage-Gate process* Collaboration with suppliers matching internal quality targets (PPAP, APQP)* Familiarity with ERP or PLM systemsLanguages* English required* Spanish preferredTravel* Up to 10%, Domestic & International**Additional Job Details**Professional – P4 Organizational Impact • Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with major impact on departmental or job family results • Seasoned professional; works under limited supervision • Works independently on a wide range of moderately complex projects and may be responsible for entire projects or processes within team • May contribute to the development of goals and planning efforts for the department Communication & Influence • Communicates with senior leadership and employees within and outside of department and/or job family on matters that require explanation, interpretation and/or advising; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area • Influences employees within the business unit to agree and align on new concepts, practices and approaches Innovation & Complexity • Responsible for moderate to significant improvements of processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team • Problems are moderately complex and may impact multiple departments and/or job family Leadership & Talent Management • Coaches, reviews and delegates work to other professional • Manages end-to-end projects or processes Knowledge & Experience • Requires extensive knowledge of specialty area and working knowledge of industry practices/other areas, typically obtained through advanced education and strong experience • Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 7 years of prior relevant experience**Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec** Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\_self\_print\_poster.pdf