Job Description
As a Product Procurement Engineer, you will manage part development and quality feedback loops for New Product Introduction (NPI), Continuous Product Improvement (CPI), and New Source Introduction (NSI) activities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage APQP and cost management activities from concept to PPAP.
* Work with packaging, transportation, business resources, supply chain, and other functional areas to implement product supply strategies.
* Manage quality feedback loops to apply lessons learned on quality defects across the supply base.
* Drive VAVE through cost modeling, design for manufacturability, and leveraging suppliers’ capabilities.
Effective Communications:
* Review and provide feedback on others' writing or presentations.
* Adapt documents and presentations for the intended audience.
* Demonstrate empathy and assertiveness in communication.
* Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Supplier Management:
* Follow procedures for routine supplier management tasks.
* Use electronic systems to record/retrieve supplier information and carry out transactions.
* Resolve routine supplier issues and escalate non-routine issues.
* Research alternative vendors or suppliers and participate in supplier selection.
* Ensure purchases meet delivery date and quality specifications.