NPI Buyer Planner I

New Product Introduction Planning

Develop and implement detailed plans for the introduction of new products, including timelines, budget estimates, and resource allocation.

Purchasing Management

• Oversee the procurement of materials and components required for new product launches, ensuring quality standards and cost-efficiency.
• This role is instrumental in performing material requirements, planning and ensuring on-time delivery to customers.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between suppliers and internal teams, ensuring smooth communication and alignment of objectives.
• Facilitate regular status meetings with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress and address challenges proactively.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to highlight achievements, challenges, and suggestions for process improvements.

Supplier Relationship Management and Production Execution

• Ensure smooth communication and alignment of objectives with suppliers and internal teams.
• Manage timelines, resources, and risk during the product development lifecycle.
• Identify supply issues, flag with the appropriate owners across Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and drive resolution.
• Responsible for quality issues and invoice discrepancies.
• Develop programs to improve supplier quality and dependability, along with internal purchasing procedures.
• Maintain accurate cost and lead time information in all systems.
• Replenish inventory in a timely manner using MRP Reports and cross verify with open sales orders.
• Analyze procurement data and NPI outcomes to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Improvement and Documentation

• Establish files and controls for all outgoing and incoming correspondence on each assigned order.
• Work with Manufacturing departments to ensure movement of work orders on schedule.
• Make effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Procurement, Planning or Project management role.
• Planning and purchasing experience in manufacturing required.
• Proficient with MS Office products & experience with ERP Systems.
• High level of oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• ERP experience is required, (Epicor, a plus).

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(K)
• Sick leave and paid time off