Senior Product Supply NPI Professional

1 week ago


Cary, North Carolina, United States Caterpillar Full time

About the Role:

Caterpillar is seeking a highly skilled Senior Product Supply NPI Professional to join our team. As a key member of our Building Construction Products (BCP) division, you will be responsible for executing the planning, coordinating, governing, and reporting of procurement and supplier management participation in the new product introduction (NPI) process.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning, coordinating, and governing of advance product quality planning (APQP), sourcing, supplier quality, material cost, supplier readiness, and timeliness conformance to delivery NPI commitments with teams.
  • Assist in creation of supplier tooling forecast and ongoing management.
  • Demonstrate leadership to assess risks, determine the best course of action to mitigate, and drive collaboration across multiple departments to resolve NPI opportunities.
  • Monitor and communicate results on NPI progress weekly and/or monthly to stakeholders.
  • Work closely with buyers, supplier development engineers, and engineering contacts daily on NPI deliverables.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or demonstrated progressive experience in directly related roles.
  • Track record of delivering impactful results related to complex project management and new product introduction (NPI).
  • Proficiency in data-driven decision making, with a demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret data to inform strategic decisions.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective collaboration with internal teams, stakeholders, and suppliers.
  • Experience in advance product quality planning (APQP).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong knowledge of Caterpillar products and supply base.
  • Experience in PCM (Product Cost Management) and Teamcenter.
  • High level of attention to detail and strong data manipulation skills within Excel.
  • Strong leadership ability to influence cross-functional teams for effective planning & implementation.
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills in dealing with sensitive issues and reaching consensus on specific actions.
  • 6 Sigma experience with tools, techniques and/or Lean Manufacturing.
  • Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management preferred: APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or comparable certification.

What We Offer:

Caterpillar offers a total rewards package that provides day one benefits, including medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401(k), along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.



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