NVIDIA has an exciting opportunity for a Sr.
Materials Planner in our
Quick Turn/
NPI Materials Organization. The position requires
exceptional materials management skills and supply planning
expertise
in a dynamic and fast paced environment. The ideal candidate would have a deep understanding
of procurement, planning, and contract manufacturing supply chain in
multinational manufacturing
industry.
What you’ll be doing:
- Collaborate effectively with Engineering Program Mgmt. teams to understand build requirements for new products supporting bring-up boards for validation and qualification. Support the engineers’ requests on material transition, samples delivery, deviation release.
- Manage build schedule shortages impacting CTB (clear to build) and work with materials support team on materials supply risk mitigation.
- Effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams including GCM, engineering, manufacturing, to ensure alignment on NPI material requirements and build timelines. Use data analytics to identify and address potential roadblocks or challenges.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance NPI supply chain efficiency and effectiveness. Find opportunities to streamline processes, reduce lead times, and improve overall supply chain performance.
- Proactively identify and mitigate supply risks using data analytics. Develop data-driven contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies to minimize the impact of potential disruptions.
- Manage consigned material demand in ERP system and follow through with internal teams to ensure consigned materials readiness to schedule, manage the consigned inventory with accurate allocation and excess disposition.
- Monitor BOM changes and ensure all changes are identified and loaded accurately through MRP/SAP system.
- Consolidate results and provide updates to cross functional teams on material status for all assigned NPI builds. Run review meetings with internal (engineering and operations) and external teams (CMs) to align build schedules.
- Prepare and communicate critical Materials availability updates to cross functional leadership teams; maintain executive reports and summaries, providing accurate and timely data to leadership on agreed cadence.
What we need to see:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in operations, IE, supply chain or Business preferred, with 8+ years most recent experience in materials management, production planning, or supply chain management.
- Experience with ERP/MRP demand planning and forecasting tools, rich experience on different commodities including EE, Mech, Interconnector etc. along with strong understanding of NPI processes and supply chain dynamics.
- Experience working with BOM in OEM/CM environment required.
- Project skills and expertise on AI-driven tools design/ development as business user is a strong plus.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Proven experience in materials planning or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing or high-tech industry.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data analytics and advanced AI tools.
With equal opportunities, competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of
the technology
world’s most desirable employers! We have some of the most forward-thinking and passionate people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our outstanding operations
teams are rapidly growing. If you are a creative individual with a real passion for technology and operational success, we want to hear from you!