Strategic NPI Sourcing Buyer

Advanced Energy Management Limited; Santa Rosa; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Energy is seeking an NPI Sourcing Buyer to identify and qualify strategic suppliers for new product introductions. You will drive cost optimization, manage supplier performance, and negotiate terms to ensure reliable, high-quality materials for launches.

The role collaborates with engineering, supply chain, and commodities teams to align sourcing strategies with NPI objectives and achieve manufacturing efficiency across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Experience in electronics or power supply industry preferred.
• Knowledge of supplier management and contract negotiation.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute RFQs and negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers.
• Maintain and upload supplier master data into ERP systems.
• Collaborate with Commodity Management to align sourcing with NPI goals.
• Drive early supplier involvement in product design to improve manufacturability.
• Facilitate DFM reviews between engineering and suppliers.
• Coordinate engineering sample and prototype requirements.
• Communicate design changes to suppliers during NPI process.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and other duties as assigned.
• Serve as liaison between engineering, supply chain, and suppliers for cost-effective execution.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost optimization

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)

Job description

Advanced Energy is seeking an NPI Sourcing Buyer to identify and qualify strategic suppliers for new product introductions. You will drive cost optimization, manage supplier performance, and negotiate terms to ensure reliable, high-quality materials for launches.

The role collaborates with engineering, supply chain, and commodities teams to align sourcing strategies with NPI objectives and achieve manufacturing efficiency across programs.