NPI Purchasing & Localization Lead

Advanced Energy Management Limited; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Advanced Energy seeks a seasoned NPI Purchasing and Localization Manager to lead sourcing, supplier qualification, and localization initiatives across new product introductions. You will ensure material readiness, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity from development through mass production.

You will partner with Engineering, Program Management, Quality, Manufacturing, and suppliers to mitigate risks, accelerate localization, and meet business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, or Procurement.
• 3+ years in NPI, Project Procurement, or Localization leadership roles.
• Experience in Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), Semiconductor, Automotive, Medical, or High-Tech Manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience in supplier qualification, localization, and new product introductions.
• Strong understanding of NPI phase gates and product development processes.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle/SAP.
• Understanding of supplier quality systems and qualification requirements.
• Experience with cost analysis, contract negotiation, and supplier audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI procurement activities for prototype, pilot, and production builds.
• Develop procurement strategies to support localization and mass production.
• Ensure material availability to meet project milestones and customer commitments.
• Manage RFQs, supplier selection, negotiations and PO placement.
• Coordinate supplier qualification with SQE, Engineering, and Operations teams.
• Drive localization roadmaps with measurable targets and timelines.
• Lead supplier development and risk mitigation across key commodities.
• Provide executive updates on sourcing status, risks and mitigation plans.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Management

NPI

Localization

ERP/MRP (Oracle/SAP)

Cost Negotiation

Cross-Functional Leadership

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Oracle

iPro

Job description

Advanced Energy seeks a seasoned NPI Purchasing and Localization Manager to lead sourcing, supplier qualification, and localization initiatives across new product introductions. You will ensure material readiness, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity from development through mass production.

You will partner with Engineering, Program Management, Quality, Manufacturing, and suppliers to mitigate risks, accelerate localization, and meet business objectives.