Job Summary

The Procurement Project Manager – NPD supports procurement execution and supplier engagement activities for Nidec Automations new product development. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to help ensure material deliverables are completed on time, aligned with internal profitability targets, supplier scale, and streamlined transition to active plant manufacture.

The position focuses on active coordination of procurement activities, including supplier selection, negotiation support, and critical communication throughout the product development lifecycle. Additionally, enabling successful product launches through effective supplier management, collaboration, and project support.
Job Description
SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities
Procurement Project Support
Represent Procurement on cross-functional NPD project teams
Track procurement deliverables and support stage-gate development activities
Maintain sourcing timelines and escalate risks or delays to leadership
Assist in coordinating supplier readiness for product launches
Sourcing & Supplier Management
Execute RFQ processes, including collecting and analyzing supplier quotations in partnership with procurement contributors
Assist with cost analysis and support negotiations aligned with project goals
Partner with Supplier Quality to ensure suppliers meet critical requirements
Lead supplier selection that execute the procurement commodity strategy
Cost & Data Support
Drive procurement cost modeling and target costing
Own and advise bill of material (BOM) cost estimates and updates
Contribute to tracking cost savings and cost avoidance until SOP
Prototype & Pre-Production Procurement
Coordinate procurement of tooling, and pre-production materials; Run off, Pre-pilot, Pilot and SOP Material.




Track supplier deliveries to support build timelines and validation activities
Assist in resolving supply or delivery issues during pre-pilot and pilot and SOP activity
Process, Compliance & Documentation
Ensure activities align with internal procurement processes and NPD stage-gate requirements, supporting procurement commodity strategy
Support compliance with quality, regulatory, and company standards
Ensure PPAP & APQP quality levels are adhered to via supplier selection

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education

B.S. in Business, Supply Chain management, or related field

Experience
5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or business management
Experience supporting sourcing, supplier management, or project coordination
Exposure to manufacturing, new product development preferred
Familiarity with cross-functional teamwork, project timelines, balancing incentives
Skills
CRITICAL : Strong organizational and communication with leadership teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data analysis tools is a plus
Basic understanding of sourcing, cost analysis, and supplier management
Ability to manage multiple tasks and support project timelines
Preferred
Experience in New Product Development/Introduction (NPD/NPI)
Time spent participating in Stage-Gate process
Collaboration with suppliers matching internal quality targets (PPAP, APQP)




Familiarity with ERP or PLM systems
Languages
English required
Spanish preferred

Travel
Up to 10%, Domestic & International

Additional Job Details
Professional – P4

Organizational Impact
• Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with major impact on departmental or job family results
• Seasoned professional; works under limited supervision
• Works independently on a wide range of moderately complex projects and may be responsible for entire projects or processes within team
• May contribute to the development of goals and planning efforts for the department
Communication & Influence
• Communicates with senior leadership and employees within and outside of department and/or job family on matters that require explanation, interpretation and/or advising; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area
• Influences employees within the business unit to agree and align on new concepts, practices and approaches
Innovation & Complexity
• Responsible for moderate to significant improvements of processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team
• Problems are moderately complex and may impact multiple departments and/or job family
Leadership & Talent Management
• Coaches, reviews and delegates work to other professional
• Manages end-to-end projects or processes
Knowledge & Experience
• Requires extensive knowledge of specialty area and working knowledge of industry practices/other areas, typically obtained through advanced education and strong experience
• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 7 years of prior relevant experience

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