Responsibilities: - Lead NPDI projects through all seven phases and gates: Approve Idea Approve Concept Approve Development Approve Launch Approve Market Introduction Approve Business Performance Approve Project Closure - Manage cross-functional project teams spanning Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Advanced Manufacturing, Services, and Global Offering Management - Own the project schedule, gate deliverables, and advancement checklists in Smartsheet; maintain the standard Smartsheet directory and SharePoint structure - Execute the Product Cost Process using standard templates; track vigente vs. target cost and Max Cost targets at each gate milestone - Manage the Business Case Calculator (BCC) and revenue model; ensure Revenue, Margin, VCM, Gross Margin, Product Cost, Price, and Volume metrics are on track - Coordinate with Procurement NPDI Leads on Strategic Sourcing Analysis, BOM Health Scorecards, and Single/Sole Source mitigation plans - Provision new projects: name, number, Smartsheet directory, SharePoint site, dashboard, contact lists, and standard schedule - Manage project risks, issues, and action items; maintain a current Risk & Issues Log and elevate blockers to program leadership - Coordinate Technology Readiness Level (TRL)



assessments with engineering teams at key gate transitions - Support manufacturing readiness planning and SIOP demand forecasting as products approach commercial launch - Report project status to product line leaders and central PMO leadership; present at gate review meetings - Drive continuous improvement in NPDI process tools, templates, and governance standards Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field; MBA preferred - 5 years of Experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain, supporting new product or engineering driven programs.
- Demonstrated experience managing stage-gate or phase-gate product development processes end-to-end - Proficiency with Smartsheet, MS Project, or equivalent project management tools - Experience with cross-functional team leadership across engineering, procurement, operations, and commercial functions - Strong knowledge of BOM management, product costing methodologies, and supply chain readiness activities - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent projects Education: - Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronic), Supply Chain Operations and/or Business is preferred.
Travel Time Required: - Ability to work overtime and travel (domestically and internationally) up to 10% is required.
- Ability to work as per Project priorities and take after hours calls as necessary.
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📌 Procurement Business Specialist (Nuevo León)
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