Senior NPD Project Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & VAVE Lead

Molex

Rochester Hills (MI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Molex in Michigan is seeking a Sr. Project Buyer for NPD in the Transportation Solutions Business Unit.

You will lead sourcing across metals, resins, seals, and outsourced materials, partnering with engineering, product development, operations, and suppliers to support launch readiness and cost improvements. You will drive VAVE opportunities, supplier negotiations, and strategic cost reduction while aligning with regional teams and DMR/quality targets.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, procurement, or related roles.
Demonstrated ability to assess cost drivers and savings opportunities.
Experience leading or supporting supplier negotiations, RFQs, cost analyses, and VAVE projects.
Strong analytical skills, including advanced Excel and data analysis tools.
Ability to lead cross-functional work with influence across engineering, quality, finance, and operations.
Ability to assess supply risk and communicate clear recommendations to leadership.

Responsibilities

Execute NPD sourcing strategies aligned with category plans and program timing.
Serve as procurement point of contact for assigned programs with cost insights.
Lead source selection using Molex processes, TCO, RFQs, and supplier assessments.
Develop expertise in metals strip, resins, seals, and outsourced materials.
Support supplier relationship management, engagement, and continuity.
Assist cost reduction and lifecycle cost management efforts.
Apply total landed cost analysis in decisions and trade-offs.
Collaborate with regional/global teams to deploy best practices and align material planning.