NPD Sourcing Specialist - Prototypes & Production

Stored Energy Systems LLC (SENS); Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym

EV charging

Breakfast and Lunch Café

Grab & Go snacks

Basketball court

Walking paths

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with immediate vesting

Employee referral program

Job summary

Stored Energy Systems (SENS) in Longmont, CO is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to support New Product Development purchasing for prototypes, beta builds, and initial production materials. You will build and manage the supply base, coordinate material readiness, and partner with Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing to ensure smooth transitions from NPI to production.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years of purchasing, with strong negotiation, supplier management, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience, preferably in an NPD or engineering-focused role.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing for cables, electronics, PCBAs, or metal fabrication.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• ERP/MRP system experience as well as proficient with MS Office and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Handle purchasing for prototypes and proof-of-concept parts.
• Manage purchasing activities for Beta Build programs.
• Set up and execute initial material buys (up to a quarter’s worth) to support production readiness.
• Broad-based experience in sourcing and purchasing across multiple categories: Cables, Electronics, PCBAs, and Metal Fabrication.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing team and collaborate with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Develop and maintain a responsive prototype supply base for quick-turn requirements and new supplier development.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Supplier relations

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Stored Energy Systems (SENS) in Longmont, CO is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to support New Product Development purchasing for prototypes, beta builds, and initial production materials. You will build and manage the supply base, coordinate material readiness, and partner with Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing to ensure smooth transitions from NPI to production.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years of purchasing, with strong negotiation, supplier management, and