Sourcing NPI Manager - New Product Introduction

Job Description Summary

As Sourcing New Product Introduction (NPI) Manager, you will be a key contributor to the successful launch of new programs, working as a member of a cross‑functional team and reporting to the Program Leadership Organization throughout the NPI phase and gate process. The role focuses on coordinating sourcing commodities and external suppliers to support new product and technology launches, ensuring supply‑chain creation, technological development, capacity and risk management in line with Avio Aero’s core tenets of safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC).

Essential Responsibilities

• Definition of the sourcing strategy following risk‑management principles.
• Identification of key suppliers/partners and definition of strategic actions to win together.
• Definition of strategic actions to expand program margin.
• Development of a best‑in‑class supply chain to deliver innovative products, processes, and technologies.
• Tactical execution of the defined strategy in terms of safety, quality, delivery and cost, in alignment with the PMO and customer needs.
• Definition of sourcing KPIs and reporting to the Executive Leadership team.
• Purchase‑order management and negotiations to achieve cost targets.
• Identification of priorities in line with the program team.
• Support and monitor suppliers to meet schedule and achieve technical requirements in collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality.
• Coordinate the supplier’s production readiness.
• Support the engineering team in design concurrence with suppliers.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college or proven experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Experience in sourcing/procurement/purchasing context.
• Knowledge of the NPI process, from bidding phase with the customer to production volume ramp‑up.
• Fluent in English.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, with a track record of leading projects/process improvements within operations functions.
• Knowledge and passion for the aerospace business.
• Work visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Leadership and motivation to take on responsibility.
• Drive to achieve goals.
• Big‑picture mindset.
• Curiosity.
• Resilience.
• Positive can‑do attitude.
• Composure through change and challenges.
• Collaborative mindset.
• Openness to diverse perspectives.
• Interpersonal adaptability.

Benefits

• Smart working and work‑life balance.
• Flexible benefits platform and performance‑related bonuses.
• Medical coverage and employee assistance program.
• Special awards and local discounts.
• English and other language training for you and a family member.
• Technical, leadership and development trainings.

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintaining an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless of national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.