NPI Senior Engineer

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NPI Senior Engineer

Manager’s Title:
Procurement Director

Main Mission of the Job / Key Expectations:

The NPI Sourcing Engineer leads sourcing activities throughout the New Product Introduction (NPI) process. This includes early supplier involvement, coordinating RFQs, conducting cost analysis, and supporting cross-functional teams to bring new products to market efficiently. The role ensures timely supplier selection, technical alignment, and cost competitiveness. It serves as a key sourcing partner to Engineering, Project Management, and Quality during the industrialization of new optical and mechanical products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing for components and materials in NPI projects.
• Manage RFQ/RFP processes aligned with engineering specifications.
• Evaluate supplier quotes, lead times, capabilities, and quality compliance.
• Participate in make-or-buy decisions and supplier selection.
• Support project milestones from prototype to serial production.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
• Monitor procurement readiness and mitigate supply risks.
• Assist in supplier qualification and onboarding with Supplier Quality.
• Maintain accurate sourcing documentation in ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
• Promote cost transparency, savings, and long-term sourcing strategies.

Core Leadership Competencies:

• Technical and commercial understanding of specifications and total cost of ownership.
• Ownership of sourcing results aligned with NPI timelines.
• Strong collaboration with engineering and project teams.
• Analytical thinking in evaluating quotes and cost impacts.
• Effective negotiation balancing technical and commercial needs.
• Proactive problem-solving and risk mitigation.
• Integrity and compliance in supplier engagement.
• Clear communication with internal stakeholders.

Skills and Experience Required:

• University degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in sourcing or procurement in manufacturing.
• Experience with NPI projects and technical product sourcing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of procurement processes including RFQs, supplier evaluation, and contracts.
• Familiarity with optical, mechanical, or precision manufacturing is a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Fluent in English and Czech.

Why Meopta?

• Fair financial compensation plus annual bonuses.
• Flexible working schedule, 25 days of vacation + 1 additional free day.
• Cafeteria benefit system, subsidized meals, pension contribution, partner discounts.
• Work-life balance support: in-house childcare group, sports, cultural and team-building events.
• Career growth opportunities, language courses, internal and external training programs.
• A lean and efficient recruitment process – fast, effective, and human-centered.