NPI Procurement Lead - Strategic Sourcing & Delivery

Jobtailor; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States is seeking a Lead NPI Procurement professional to drive supplier selection, negotiations, and cost management across aerospace and manufacturing programs. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery, high quality standards, and supply reliability while negotiating contracts, managing RFPs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

A university degree and 5+ years of relevant experience are preferred, with strong communication skills and

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years in procurement, preferably NPI in aerospace/manufacturing.
• Experience with SAP and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Strong negotiation and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI procurement activities including supplier selection, negotiations, and cost management.
• Manage RFPs, negotiation strategy, and program execution.
• Monitor supplier schedules and resolve shortages.
• Direct and manage purchase orders and authorize payments.
• Review contract performance and supplier relationships.
• Oversee process improvements and cost-reduction initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation Strategy

Cost Accountability

Contract Performance Analysis

Delivery Assurance

RFP Management

Purchase Order Authorization

Price Trend Analysis

Supplier Performance Monitoring

Material Cost Estimating

Process Improvement Recommendations

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Jobtailor in the United States is seeking a Lead NPI Procurement professional to drive supplier selection, negotiations, and cost management across aerospace and manufacturing programs. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery, high quality standards, and supply reliability while negotiating contracts, managing RFPs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

A university degree and 5+ years of relevant experience are preferred, with strong communication skills and