NPI Buyer Planner I

Therm-X, California; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Sick leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Therm-x of California seeks a NPI Buyer/Planner to bridge project management, engineering and manufacturing for timely product launches. The role focuses on detailed planning, material procurement and supplier management to meet cost and schedule targets.

The ideal candidate will coordinate with project managers, suppliers and internal teams, perform risk assessment and report on progress. Strong communication and ERP experience are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, planning or project management roles.
• Planning and purchasing experience in manufacturing is required.
• Proficient with MS Office products and experience with ERP systems.
• High level of oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• ERP experience is required, Epicor is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed plans for new product introductions, including timelines, budget estimates, and resource allocation.
• Oversee procurement of materials and components for new product launches, ensuring quality and cost-efficiency.
• Ensure on-time delivery to customers through material requirements planning.
• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service and reliability.
• Serve as primary contact between suppliers and internal teams and ensure alignment of objectives.
• Facilitate regular status meetings with stakeholders to provide updates and address challenges.
• Prepare reports and presentations highlighting achievements, challenges and improvement opportunities.
• Manage supplier relationships and production execution to meet customer requirements.
• Follow up on deliveries and expedites; negotiate and administer contracts with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate cost and lead time information in all systems.
• Replenish inventory in a timely manner using MRP reports and cross-verify with open sales orders.
• Analyze procurement data and NPI outcomes to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Establish files and controls for all outbound/inbound correspondence per order.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing to move work orders on schedule.
• Make effective decisions when multiple options exist for project progress.
• Take on other duties as defined by the manager.

Skills

Procurement

Planning

Project management

ERP systems

MS Office

Vendor relations

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Therm-x of California is the leading manufacturer of Advanced Temperature and Control Systems for Hi-Technology industries. We have been in business for over 30 years and have a diverse customer base.We offer competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, 401(K), sick leave and paid time off.

The NPI Buyer/Planner position combines strategic planning expertise with procurement acumen to execute projects efficiently, cost-effectively, and in alignment with organizational goals. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, organizational, project management and multi-tasking skills, including proactive problem solving. The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between Project Managers, engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and stakeholders to manage timelines, resources, and risk during the product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• New Product Introduction Planning: Develop and implement detailed plans for the introduction of new products, including timelines, budget estimates, and resource allocation.
• Purchasing Management: Oversee the procurement of materials and components required for new product launches, ensuring quality standards and cost-efficiency.
• This role is instrumental in performing material requirements, planning and ensuring on-time delivery to customers.
• Support new program launches by research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, and reliability.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between suppliers and internal teams, ensuring smooth communication and alignment of objectives.
• Facilitate regular status meetings with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress and address challenges proactively.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to highlight achievements, challenges, and suggestions for process improvements.
• Effective supplier relationship management and ownership of production execution to meet customer requirements.
• The role requires a deep understanding of criticality of meeting customer deadlines
• Thorough understanding of Bill of material, process flow setup and FAI (First article inspection).
• Follow-up on day-to-day activities like purchasing, production, warehouse, and shipping.
• Identify supply issues, flag with the appropriate owners across Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and drive resolution.
• Responsible for quality issues and invoice discrepancies. Development of programs to improve supplier quality and dependability, along with internal purchasing procedures.
• Follow up on deliveries and expedites as needed. Negotiate and administer contracts with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate cost and lead time information in all systems.
• Replenish inventory in a timely manner using MRP Reports and cross verify with open sales order
• Analyze procurement data and NPI outcomes to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Establish files and controls for all outgoing and incoming correspondence on each assigned order.
• Work with Manufacturing departments to ensure movement of work orders on schedule.
• Making effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project.
• Other responsibilities related to projects or processes will be defined by the manager.

Educational Experience Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in Procurement, Planning or Project management role
• Planning and purchasing experience in manufacturing required
• Proficient with MS Office products & experience with ERP Systems
• High level of oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• ERP experience is required, (Epicor, a plus)