NPI Procurement Project Manager

About Marvell

Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities. 

At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow. For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead. 

Your Team, Your Impact

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled NPI Materials Planner to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in the management of Bill of Materials (BOM), working within Product Life Cycles, and understanding the complexities of logistics, manufacturing operations, and supply chain constraints to ensure on time delivery. This individual will be responsible for coordinating with engineering, NPI (New Product Introduction) teams, volume manufacturing teams, and working within the supply chain organization to ensure smooth and efficient materials procurement and management. The role requires someone who can manage multiple products and programs simultaneously at various stages, while ensuring documentation accuracy, compliance with regulations, and vendor performance metrics management.

What You Can Expect

• Supplier and Vendor Relations: Collaborate with supply chain managers, vendors, and contract manufacturers to provide routine forecasts, and ensure accurate and timely procurement. Monitor vendor performance metrics such as lead times and order accuracy to ensure high standards of material delivery and quality. Day to Day point person with all suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Bill of Materials (BOM) Management: Oversee the management of Bills of Materials (BOM) for various projects and programs across different stages of development. Ensure that all BOMs are accurate, complete, and properly aligned with product specifications.
• Product Life Cycle Management: Work with engineering and NPI teams to support products from the design phase through production release, ensuring smooth transitions between phases and managing materials throughout the product lifecycle.
• Forecasting and Inventory Control: Provide accurate and timely forecasts to vendors based on current and future needs. Track and manage inventory levels, including parts, components, and assemblies, to ensure that manufacturing processes run smoothly without material shortages or excess stock.
• Compliance and Documentation: Ensure compliance with all regulations (e.g., environmental, safety) and maintain accurate records of transactions related to material purchases, shipments, and returns. Monitor and uphold company documentation standards for all procurement and material-related processes.
• Multi-Tasking and Project Coordination: Effectively manage multiple products and programs at different stages, balancing competing priorities and working collaboratively across departments, including engineering, NPI, finance, and supply chain.
• Procurement and Purchase Orders: Supervise the procurement process for various projects, including overseeing commodity purchases, pursuing multi-source solutions, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials.
• Vendor Management and Performance Monitoring: Monitor vendor performance metrics and collaborate with vendors to resolve any issues related to lead times, order accuracy, and material quality. Work to improve vendor relationships and performance over time.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: Minimum of 5-8 years in materials planning, supply chain logistics, procurement, or a related field with a focus on optical transceivers, photonics, lasers, optical electronics, PCBAs, or other electronics components. Experience working with suppliers and contract manufacturers is essential.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in procurement processes and managing vendor relationships.
  • Expertise in Bill of Materials (BOM) management.
  • Strong knowledge of Product Life Cycles and their application to materials management.
  • Familiarity with logistics, manufacturing operations, and supply chain management.
  • Ability to work effectively with engineering, NPI, volume manufacturing teams, and cross-functional teams.
  • Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent problem-solving and multitasking abilities, with the ability to handle multiple products and programs simultaneously.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced skills with materials planning software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, IFS, etc.). Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for tracking and reporting purposes.
• Compliance and Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant regulations and standards related to procurement, material management, and manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• Certifications: APICS (CPIM or CSCP), PMP, or other relevant certifications.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate across various teams and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced environment and able to handle shifting priorities effectively.
• Solution-oriented and proactive in identifying and addressing potential issues.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

106,800 - 160,000, $ per annum

The successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. The expected base pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.

This role is eligible to participate in Marvell's bonus and equity plans, including a new hire equity grant and annual equity refreshers, ensuring you are rewarded for your contributions and remain invested in the company's long-term success.

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements 

Marvell is committed to providing exceptional, comprehensive benefits that support our employees at every stage - from internship to retirement and through life’s most important moments. Our offerings are built around four key pillars: financial well-being, family support, mental and physical health, and recognition. Highlights include an employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back, family support programs to help balance work and home life, robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being, and a recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones. We look forward to sharing more with you during the interview process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at [email protected].

Interview Integrity 

To support fair and authentic hiring practices, candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.

These tools must not be used to record, assist with, or enhance responses in any way. Our interviews are designed to evaluate your individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time. Use of AI tools without prior instruction from the interviewer will result in disqualification from the hiring process.

This position may require access to technology and/or software subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law. Marvell may be required to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce and/or the U.S. Department of State. Except for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), all applicants may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment.

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