RESPONSIBILITIES

- Serve as the primary procurement contact for NPDI projects, ensuring materials readiness for new product launches and engineering change implementations

- Collect and analyze data, prepare reports, and support process improvements related to materials transformation initiatives

- Source, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to support NPDI project requirements

- Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost targets for new components and assemblies

- Create, update, and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of prototype and production materials

- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Program Management teams to align procurement timelines with project milestones

- Conduct supplier research and market analysis to identify optimal sourcing strategies for new product components

- Monitor and follow up on order statuses with suppliers, addressing any discrepancies or delays

- Support APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) activities and supplier qualification processes

- Drive cost reduction initiatives during the product development phase to meet target costs

- Manage Bill of Materials (BOM) procurement activities from prototype through production launch

- Ensure compliance with Vertiv's procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards

- Maintain accurate records in ERP systems (Oracle) for all NPDI-related purchasing activities

- Participate in design reviews and provide procurement input on component availability, lead times, and cost implications

- Support production transfer activities, including supplier transitions and logistics coordination

QUALIFICATIONS





Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field

- 3–5 years of experience in procurement/buying, preferably in a manufacturing environment

- Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI/NPDI) processes

- Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle preferred)

- Bilingual: English and Spanish (written and verbal)

- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills

- Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and supplier qualification processes

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience with should-cost modeling and total cost of ownership analysis

- Familiarity with engineering drawings and technical specifications

- Project management experience or certification

- Experience with production transfers and supplier transitions

COMPETENCIES

- Analytical Thinking – Ability to analyze complex data and make informed sourcing decisions

- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Effective communication across Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams

- Results Orientation – Drives projects to completion within timeline and budget constraints

- Supplier Relationship Management – Builds and maintains strong supplier partnerships

- Adaptability – Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities

- Continuous Improvement – Proactively identifies opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs

WORKING CONDITIONS

- Office/manufacturing environment at the Mexicali, Baja California facility

- Occasional travel to supplier sites (domestic and international) – up to 15%

- Standard work schedule with flexibility required to support project deadlines

📌 NPDI Buyer (Mexicali)
🏢 Vertiv
📍 Mexicali