Procurement Manager NPI

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The Procurement Project Manager NPI/R&D is responsible for leading the procurement activities associated with new product design and development projects at Sonova AG globally. The position focuses on New Product Introduction (NPI) and Research & Development (R&D).

This role requires a strategic leader with extensive knowledge and operational expertise in Project Procurement, ensuring alignment with the Procurement Policy (POL-61) and Corporate Procurement Procedures (SOP-271). The PPM NPI/R&D will bring a modern approach to the Sonova team and drives projects forward while supporting various procurement functions to create value and enhance the organization’s competitive advantage.

This position presents an excellent opportunity within a fast-paced growth company to deliver significant value in both Concept and Project phases. The successful candidate will demonstrate previous value-add ownership of projects in a global environment, with the ability to interact cross-functionally and externally to achieve real progress for NPI Procurement in line with Sonova's values and business plans.

The Manager must either possess a comprehensive understanding of all Direct Procurement Categories or establish a plan to gain deep insights into all Categories within one year from position assignment. Furthermore, the candidate is expected to develop a thorough understanding of the HI BU Innovation process to effectively contribute to project success.

Additionally, it is expected that the position owner will implement those procurement milestones in Desing and Development process as a minimum:

• Procurement KO:
  Launch procurement activities 1 month after project kick-off.
• Tool KO:
  Confirm supplier tool kick-off cca 2 weeks after technical design review.
• Tool Trial:
  Conduct tool trials cca 3 weeks before prototype or first-off-tool samples.
• Supplier PQ:
  Ensure conduct performance qualification cca 3 weeks before Sonova OQ trial.
• Launch Readiness:
  Confirm preparation for ramp-up 16 weeks before launch.
• Launch Handover:
  Handover procurement activities to mass production team 3 months after launch.

• Procurement of goods and services in economic terms and with minimal risk, focusing on technical material and services
• Optimal use of procurement potential for the benefit of the whole supply chain
• Main aspect is targeting costing (R&D support), bundling of demand, supplier management, commodity management across all direct Categories in Design & Development phases, stepping also in Concept phases
• Ensuring compliance with the material and supplier strategies defined by Corporate Procurement in product design and development
• Active participation in…