NPD Procurement Engineer – Global Sourcing & Cost

Industrial Scientific Corporation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 71,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Scientific in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a Procurement Engineer to lead sourcing for New Product Development, partnering with design teams and global suppliers. You will drive supplier engagements, manage BOM/ECN activities, and ensure on‑time prototype builds while aligning with cost targets.

The role requires strong negotiation, financial acumen, and the ability to navigate complexity in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Occasional travel may be required to optimize global sourcing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, or related field.
• 3+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing, and product development in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and cost analyses (TCO/Should‑Cost).
• Decision‑making with strong business judgment and stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier engagements for multiple NPD projects and manage BOM/ECN communication.
• Develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and drive cost improvements.
• Perform TCO and Should‑Cost analyses to evaluate best options for decisions.
• Collaborate with Design, Commercial, and Legal teams; manage NDA/RFP/RFQ packages.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Financial acumen

Project management

Change management

Education

Engineering or related field degree

ISM CPSM certification (a plus)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Oracle EBS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Industrial Scientific in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a Procurement Engineer to lead sourcing for New Product Development, partnering with design teams and global suppliers. You will drive supplier engagements, manage BOM/ECN activities, and ensure on‑time prototype builds while aligning with cost targets.

The role requires strong negotiation, financial acumen, and the ability to navigate complexity in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Occasional travel may be required to optimize global sourcing.