NPI Planner: Materials & Production Lead

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Date: Jul 10, 2026

Location: North Reading, MA, US

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together,Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Teradyne is a globally recognized leader in the ATE Industry. From tablets to smart phones, we rely on electronics to conduct our business and to connect and enhance our personal lives. This comes with the expectation that the devices work right, the first time, every time. Teradyne products protect consumer confidence with thorough, fast test and automation. With innovation at the core of our business, we constantly seek new ways to solve the most challenging test issues.

This position has several levels of responsibility – Supply base, Materials and Production planning. As an NPI Supply Base planner, you will be responsible for quoting new custom parts with prototype and production suppliers, some overseas. As an NPI Material Planner, you will be responsible for material deliverables to build new product, ensuring a timely material pipeline for products that span from Prototype through Production release.

Lastly, as an NPIManufacturing Planner, you will be responsible for planning works orders, many multi-level, through our prototype and preproduction builds, which includes managing deviations and engineering change on the product.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning management of multi-level, large part count Bills of Materials for highly complex electro-mechanical products
• Working globally with contract manufacturers and suppliers to establish a sourcing strategy, quoting for both short-term prototype turns and long-term production costs
• Material planning, requisitioning material, and resolving critical material shortages on new product
• Collaborating with Engineering and Operations teams on product structure to assess assembly “make versus buy”
• Releasing work orders, monitoring manufacturing builds and reporting to development and management team on Production Job status
• Ability to work on cross-functional teams and to communicate with all levels of management
• Coordinating with suppliers on RMAs/rework of product from either quality issues or Engineering Change notices
  
  Responsible for Planning transfer from Teradyne to contract manufacturers
• Assessing Lead Time Profiles for product and recommending risk buys for forecasted demand
• Ability to find creative ways to resolve problems using project management skills
• Recognizing when problems must be escalated is a critical skill
• Executing purchase requisitions and purchase orders for prototype parts through our MRP system.

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Bachelor’s degree required or relevant experience
• 2-4 years of experience with electro-mechanical products
• Prior experience planning and buying within an MRP/ERP system is a must
• Ability to succeed in a highly agile environment that requires attention to detail while maintaining a broad scope of vision to implement sourcing/planning change
• Candidates must be able to work independently
• Excellent knowledge of spreadsheets, pivot tables, and formulas in Excel
• Skilled with presentation software and database tools are helpful
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are a necessity
• A team player that has a high level of flexibility, and will work…