Advanced Sourcing Specialist

About the role

The Molex Optical Connectivity Group is seeking a highly driven NPI Sourcing Specialist/Engineer to lead sourcing and supply chain activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Product Development (NPD) programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Supply Chain/Procurement representative for assigned NPI/NPD programs, ensuring sourcing decisions align to program objectives, customer requirements, and launch timelines.
• Partner cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Process Engineering, Product/Program Management, and Finance to translate technical requirements into actionable sourcing strategies.
• Participate in design reviews to influence component selection, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
• Develop and execute sourcing plans that deliver a fully costed Bill of Materials (BOM) aligned with lead-time, cost, and profitability targets.
• Leverage existing Molex components and suppliers whenever possible to reduce complexity, accelerate development, and maximize spend leverage.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers when needed for new technologies/capabilities, including capability assessments, audits, and supplier risk reviews.
• Lead supplier engagement for NPI activities, including early technical alignment, RFQs/quotes, and negotiation of pricing, lead-times, flexibility, and development support.
• Act as procurement project lead on cross-functional NPI teams, tracking milestones and ensuring on-time delivery of prototypes, pilot builds, and pre-production materials.
• Own program cost modeling and BOM roll-ups; monitor supplier lead-times and performance, proactively identifying supply risks and driving mitigation plans to protect schedules.
• Provide regular status updates to internal stakeholders (and customers as appropriate) and contribute to broader strategic initiatives (supplier consolidation, cost reduction, and market/technology trend inputs for long-term sourcing strategy).

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience supporting New Product Development (NPD) programs
• Experience in Fiber Optic Manufacturing operations and related components

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Economics
• 5+ years in sourcing or procurement within a manufacturing or OEM environment.
• Experience in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP).
• Proven experience managing complex Bill of Materials (BOMs).
• Experience in contract manufacturing or build-to-print environments.

Benefits

This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. At Koch companies, we are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports the overall wellbeing of our employees and their families. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.