NPDI Buyer

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