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The NPI Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement of direct materials required for new product introductions, ensuring timely availability and tracking quality standards, costs and lead times. This position works closely with the Engineering, Production and Warehouse teams to coordinate purchasing planning during the development and launch phases of new products. It also intervenes in supplier performance evaluation, follows up on critical orders and maintains traceability of all NPI related materials.

Key Responsibilities
•    Manage the procurement of direct materials required for new products (NPI).
•    Coordinate with Engineering, Production and Warehouse for purchasing planning during product development and launch.
•    Participate in the evaluation and selection of suppliers and maintain supplier relationships, following up on quality, cost and delivery standards.
•    Follow up on critical orders to ensure timely availability of materials.
•    Maintain traceability of all materials related to NPI projects.
•    Support in the identification of supply risks and propose mitigation plans.
•    Assist in the documentation and control of purchase orders and NPI specific contracts.
•    Ensure timely availability of direct materials needed for new products.
•    Participate in the evaluation and selection of suppliers as well as maintain supplier relationships, following up on quality, cost and delivery standards related to NPI.
•    Maintain complete traceability of materials and orders related to NPI projects.
•    Comply with budgets and purchasing policies established by the company.
•    Identify and mitigate supply risks during new product development and launch phases.
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to avoid disruptions to NPI schedules due to material shortages.

Knowledge and skills

•    Knowledge of purchasing and procurement processes, especially focused on new products (NPI).
•    Ability to plan and coordinate procurement according to product development and launch schedules.
•    Ability to negotiate with suppliers on terms and delivery times.
•    Knowledge of inventory control, supply logistics and critical order management.
•    Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact with suppliers and internal teams.
•    Organization and attention to detail to maintain traceability of materials and purchasing documentation.
•    Ability to analyze supply risks and propose effective solutions.
•    Use of IT tools and ERP systems for purchasing management.

Education and Experience
•    Bachelor's degree in Management, International Business, Industrial Engineering or related career.
•    2-4 years of experience in purchasing, procurement or supplier management, preferably in the manufacturing or maquiladora industry.
•    Specific experience in purchasing management for new products (NPI) and coordination with development and production teams.
•    Knowledge of inventory control processes and supply logistics.
•    Experience in supplier negotiation and contract management.
•    Familiarity with ERP systems or purchasing management software.
•    Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams such as Engineering, Production and Warehouse.
• Languages: Advanced English (Bilingual).

We value and encourage diversity in our team. This position is open to all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We're committed to shaping a better future for everyone. Join Team Green and be part of what's next in energy. #TeamGreen