NPI Sourcing Strategist

Talentify; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kubota North America is seeking a seasoned NPI sourcing professional to support new product introductions. You will identify sources, procure materials, negotiate terms, and coordinate with engineering and product teams to ensure readiness for launches.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical skills, and extensive procurement experience with contract manufacturers. 15% travel may be required; you will collaborate across technology, finance, operations and quality functions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required AND at least 10 years of NPI/Supply Chain experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management and at least 5 years of NPI/Supply Chain experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of contract manufacturing; including overhead, inventory carrying costs, purchase price and other cost changes.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills to work with suppliers and internal teams.
• Analytical and math skills for evaluating costs, managing budgets, and analyzing market data for global supply chain understanding.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in contracts, forecasts and purchase orders and inventory records.
• Proficiency in purchasing and inventory management software, such as S4 HANA.
• 15% travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Identify source then procure materials and components specifically for new product launches, working closely with engineering and product development teams.
• Identify and vet new suppliers, especially for hard-to-source or specialized components working with the KNA Supply Chain department.
• Negotiate contracts, prices and terms with suppliers to secure the best terms for the organization and follow requirements to set them up in KTC’s ERP system.
• Obtain quotes, negotiate pricing, and issue purchase orders in accordance with company policies and cost objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, addressing discrepancies or issues with orders, quality, delivery, and pricing
• Manage planning and material requirements from the development phase through pilot builds, ensuring supply readiness to support product launches.
• Support production readiness by ensuring new parts are set-up for purchase and coordinate the transition from NPI to production procurement teams.
• Work with engineering and R&D teams on pre-production approvals and change control documentation for materials.
• Track and report on material order status, delivery timelines, and inventory levels to support NPI project schedules.
• Coordinate with engineering and product management for new product introductions and end of life product phase outs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (technology, engineering, product marketing, finance, operations and quality) to align stocking levels and resolve barriers in shipping, material shortages, or other disruptions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Inventory management

Procurement

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

S4 HANA

Job description

Kubota North America is seeking a seasoned NPI sourcing professional to support new product introductions. You will identify sources, procure materials, negotiate terms, and coordinate with engineering and product teams to ensure readiness for launches.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical skills, and extensive procurement experience with contract manufacturers. 15% travel may be required; you will collaborate across technology, finance, operations and quality functions.