NPI Component Sourcing Engineer Team Leader (m/f/d) at ABB

Minden, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Research & Development, Electronics Engineering, NPI Development, Component Engineering, Sourcing, Leadership, Communication, Negotiation, Market Insights, Cost Optimization, Quality Assurance, Supplier Selection, Gate Model Process, Make-vs-Buy Decision, Sustainable Quality, Time-to-Market

Industry

Automation Machinery Manufacturing

Description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world. This Position reports to: Global Procurement Manager The work model for the role is: hybrid/ #LI-Hybrid Key responsibilities In this role, you will lead the interface between Procurement and the Research & Development (R&D) team. Every day, you will bring procurement knowledge—market insights, suppliers, and external intelligence—into the development process to optimize cost, quality, and technology. You will also demonstrate your expertise by translating R&D requirements into clear procurement parameters for execution. This role is contributing to the PAPCP in global sites. Main stakeholders are Electronics Component Suppliers, Component Management, Category Management, R&D, PPM, SQE, IE etc. You will be mainly accountable for: Leading the NPI team to drive the execution of the Gate Model process across the Procurement organization, with critical contributions to the Make-vs-Buy decision process. Acting as a key business focal point for reviewing and updating the procurement Gate Model checklist. Selecting prototype and final production material suppliers, in alignment with product cost targets, future product footprint requirements, time-to-market expectations, and procurement strategies—together with the relevant Procurement teams—while ensuring sustainable quality and cost. Estimating initial cost and quality and delivering on defined product cost and quality targets. You will join a dynamic global team, where you will be able to thrive Qualifications for the role Highly skilled in and enjoy working with the Gate Model process and the global industrial market Established advanced skills with 5+ years of experience in electronics engineering and NPI development Degree in a relevant field with proven experience in component engineering and sourcing during the NPI phase Possess in-depth knowledge and qualifications in electronics engineering and NPI development (Optional) Experience working as a component engineer with DCS systems Passionate about leadership and communication, with innovative approaches in these areas Negotiation-level English skills Hold a valid work permit for the EU Benefits Employee Assistance Program Employee Share Acquisition Plan Flexible Workpractices Please note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference. ABB AG +49 (0) 621 381 3500 Be part of something bigger. This is where progress is powered, teams initiate action, and we move the world forward – together. Run What Runs the World. #ABBCareers #RunwithABB #Runwhatrunstheworld We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

Responsibilities

You will lead the interface between Procurement and the R&D team, bringing procurement knowledge into the development process. You will also be accountable for driving the execution of the Gate Model process and selecting suppliers in alignment with product targets.