Sourcing NPD Leader Custom Products

Sourcing Manager, New Product Introduction – Data Center Cooling

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Nortek Data Center Cooling is a Madison Industries company.  Madison Industries is one of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world and has a robust portfolio of indoor air quality solutions. Madison builds entrepreneurially driven, branded market leaders that are committed to making the world safer, healthier and more productive by creating innovative solutions that deliver outstanding customer value.

At Nortek Data Center Cooling, we’re shaping the future by Creating a Better Tomorrow Every Day!  We are a premier HVAC company offering energy efficient and sustainable products and solutions that exceed customer expectations through our employees’ commitment to quality, customer experience and operational excellence.

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Nortek Air Management and its divisions offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HAS and 401(k) Plan with company contributions. To apply, please visit our career site at www.nortekair.com/careers.

Job Summary

As a key member of the Strategic Sourcing Team, the NPI Sourcing Manager for Custom Products is responsible for sourcing components, assemblies, and tooling to support New Product Development (NPD), Cost Reduction, Supply Improvement projects, and Innovation initiatives. This role requires balancing quality, cost, lead time, and contractual requirements to meet project objectives. Additionally, the NPI Sourcing Manager will manage changes related to the development of products that impact material costs and collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Purchasing, and R&D teams. The role also includes coordinating capital projects for setting up new production lines and equipment, as well as managing supplier risk and ensuring compliance with regulatory laws.

Job Responsibilities:

• New Product Qualification and Introduction: Oversee purchasing activities during the initial phases of new product qualification and introduction, ensuring successful project execution with a deep understanding of product technical specifications and requirements.
• Project Management: Lead and manage purchasing and supplier-related tasks, driving them to completion within aggressive timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including Project Leaders, Engineers, and Sourcing, to technically contribute to product design and ensure the timely delivery of NPD projects.
• R&D and Innovation Support: Work closely with R&D and Innovation teams to source materials and components that meet the technical specifications required for custom product development. Actively contribute to the design and development of new product concepts by integrating sourcing expertise with technical knowledge.
• RFP/RFQ Management: Prepare and execute Requests for Proposal (RFP) and Requests for Quotation (RFQ). Analyze quotations, conduct cost breakdown analyses, and facilitate negotiations on unit pricing, tooling, and Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) costs to secure the best overall commercial terms throughout the project.
• Cost Reduction and Process Optimization: Identify and communicate cost-saving opportunities with suppliers through alternative manufacturing processes, designs, and materials, working closely with cross-functional teams to optimize cost and efficiency.
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