NPI Sourcing & Materials Program Lead

NextGenEnergyJobs

Waukesha, Northern (WI, KY)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Supply Strategy & Component Sourcing professional in Wisconsin to lead sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization for multiple NPI programs. You will own BOM costs, manage supplier readiness, and drive cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Finance, and Operations.

The role demands 8+ years in supply chain and proven ability to manage AVL development, supplier risk, and total cost of ownership.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant supply chain experience.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, sourcing, materials management, program management, manufacturing operations, or related discipline.
Experience leading AVL development and comprehensive sourcing execution for assigned component categories.
Demonstrated ability in cost reduction and bidding techniques to maximize value.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute product-specific sourcing strategies aligned with product requirements, program timing, cost targets, supply chain resilience, and global commodity strategy.
Partner with Engineering to translate product and technical requirements into sourcing strategies and supplier requirements.
Assess AVL alignment and identify supplier capability, capacity, technology, cost, or resilience gaps; collaborate with Commodity Management on AVL expansion and modification.
Lead RFQ processes, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and sourcing recommendations, ensuring competitive market coverage and appropriate supplier alternatives.
Develop and utilize should-cost models, market intelligence, and quotation data to drive competitive total cost.
Maintain strong supplier relationships and contribute to supplier scorecards and business reviews.
Own material readiness for assigned NPI programs from early development through ramp and stabilization.
Integrate sourcing actions, material requirements, supplier readiness, purchasing activities, cost targets, and risk mitigation into the overall program plan.
Monitor BOM changes, engineering releases, lead times, purchase orders, supplier commitments, and material availability against build and launch milestones.