NPI Procurement Program Manager

· Lead Procurement activities from early R&D through Transfer to Production (TTP/NPI), production launch and TTP completion. · Partner with R&D and Engineering to evaluate and source new technologies, Electronics components, Mechanical modules, Compos Materials and top-level turnkey assemblies. · Develop and execute NPI Procurement plans and commodity strategies aligned with product roadmaps, budgets and program milestones. · Lead global suppliers selection process, including identification, evaluation and selection. · Lead RFQs, Commercial negotiation, Contractual process, including NDAs, Supply Agreements. · Drive BOM cost optimization analysis, total cost of ownership assessments, design-to-cost and make-or-buy recommendations. · Lead cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Legal and Finance to align procurement strategies and program execution, ensuring achievement of cost, quality, delivery and supplier readiness targets. · Drive early supplier involvement and design-for-manufacturability reviews with Engineering and Quality. · Manage supplier relationships, deliverables, capacity commitments and performance. · Ensure material availability for prototypes and coordinate supplier qualification and first article activities. · Manage supply risks and business continuity plans, including long lead times, single-source dependencies, capacity constraints and obsolescence. · Communicate Program status, critical supply issues and mitigation plans to management and cross-functional stakeholders. · Maintain accurate Procurement data in ERP system and release purchase orders as required. · Develop innovative Procurement Processes, using AI tools. · Monitor market and technology trends and drive continuous improvement in Procurement processes and analytics. · B.Sc. in Engineering, Industrial Engineering or an equivalent education. · 10+ years of NPI procurement experience in global manufacturing organizations. · 3+ years of experience in medical device industry, familiarity with ISO 13485 and FDA regulation · Proven experience leading procurement programs from development through mass production. · Strong technical understanding of PCBAs, mechanical parts, compos material, cables and electromechanical assemblies, including manufacturing process and cost drivers. · Experience managing contract manufacturers and sourcing top-level turnkey assemblies or systems. · Proven expertise in commodity strategy, global sourcing, supplier selection and supplier performance management. · Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with demonstrated cost optimization achievements. · Experience TCO, BOM cost management and make-or-buy assessments. · Strong program management skills, including milestone planning, risk management and cross-functional coordination. · Ability to influence and lead global teams without direct authority. · Strong analytical skills, business acumen, independent decision-making and ownership. · Experience with Priority ERP system and AI. · Excellent English communication, presentation and negotiation skills. · Experience in the medical device industry, Familiarity with ISO 13485 and FDA regulation · Experience with supplier qualification, manufacturing transfers and production ramp-up. · Experience with BI tools, procurement automation and AI applications. · PMP, CPSM or an equivalent professional certification.