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 certificationExperience 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