h3ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY /h3 pAdvanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. /p h3WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY? /h3 pSome people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together. /p h3POSITION SUMMARY /h3 pThe NPI Purchasing and Localization Manager is responsible for leading sourcing, procurement, supplier development, and localization initiatives to support New Product Introduction (NPI) programs. This role ensures material readiness, cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and successful supplier qualification from product development through mass production. The position works closely with Engineering, Program Management, Quality, Manufacturing, Commodity Management, and suppliers to mitigate risks, accelerate localization, and achieve business objectives. /p pThis position will report to bSenior Purchasing Manager /b /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ol libNPI Procurement Management /b /li /ol ul liLead sourcing and procurement activities for all NPI projects. /li liDevelop procurement strategies to support prototype, pilot, and production builds. /li liEnsure timely material availability to meet project milestones and customer commitments. /li liManage RFQs, supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and PO placement activities. /li liMonitor project schedules and proactively address material constraints. /li /ul ol libLocalization Strategy and Execution /b /li /ol ul liDevelop and implement localization strategies to reduce supply chain risk and improve responsiveness. /li liIdentify, evaluate, and onboard local and regional suppliers for key commodities. /li liDrive China+1, regionalization, and dual-sourcing initiatives.



/li liCoordinate supplier qualification activities with SQE, Engineering, and Operations teams. /li liEstablish localization roadmaps with measurable targets and timelines. /li /ul ol libSupplier Development and Management /b /li /ol ul liBuild strategic relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders. /li liSupport supplier audits, risk assessments, and business continuity planning. /li /ul ol libRisk Management and Supply Assurance /b /li /ol ul liIdentify supply chain risks including single-source dependencies, capacity limitations, qualification delays, and geopolitical risks. /li liDevelop mitigation and recovery plans for critical shortages and delivery risks. /li liEstablish alternate sourcing strategies for high-risk commodities. /li liLead escalation management for critical supply issues affecting customer deliveries. /li /ul ol libCross-Functional Leadership /b /li /ol ul liPartner closely with Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Planning, Quality, and Commodity Management teams. /li liParticipate in design reviews and BOM readiness evaluations. /li liEnsure sourcing decisions support manufacturability, cost targets, and supply continuity. /li liLead material readiness reviews for key customer programs. /li /ul ol libCost Management and Negotiation /b /li /ol ul liNegotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and supply agreements. /li liDrive cost reduction, value engineering, and productivity initiatives. /li liSupport annual budgeting and cost forecasting activities. /li liAnalyze market trends and commodity impacts on material costs. /li /ul ol libProject and Program Management /b /li /ol ul liTrack NPI procurement activities against project milestones. /li liSupport prototype, EVT, DVT, PVT, pilot, and production builds.Ensure successful transition from NPI to mass production. /li liProvide regular executive-level updates on sourcing status, risks, and mitigation plans. /li /ul h38. Team Leadership /h3 ul liLead and develop NPI Buyers, Purchasing Engineers, and Localization Specialists. /li liEstablish clear goals, KPIs, and development plans for team members. /li liPromote collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. /li liSupport talent development and succession planning initiatives. /li /ul h3QUALIFICATIONS /h3 h3Education /h3 ul liBachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field /li /ul h3Experience /h3 ul li8+ years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, or Procurement. /li li3+ years in NPI, Project Procurement, or Localization leadership roles. /li liExperience in Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), Semiconductor,



Automotive, Medical, or High-Tech Manufacturing environments. /li liProven experience in supplier qualification, localization, and new product introductions. /li liTechnical Knowledge /li liStrong understanding of NPI phase gates and product development processes. /li liKnowledge of ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle/SAP /li liUnderstanding of supplier quality systems and qualification requirements. /li liExperience with cost analysis, contract negotiation, and supplier auditsb. /b /li liBachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. /li liMinimum of 7+ years of relevant experience leading a small team. /li /ul ul liStrong knowledge of procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management principles. /li liUnderstanding of supply chain management, inventory planning, and risk mitigation. /li liKnowledge of ERP systems, including Oracle and iPro. /li liFamiliarity with commodity management, contract negotiations, and cost management. /li liUnderstanding of customer relationship management and business operations. /li liThis is a full-time, onsite position reporting to the Sta. Rosa Laguna site. /li /ul h3Key Competencies /h3 h3Leadership /h3 ul liTeam Leadership /li liStakeholder Management /li liExecutive Communication /li liStrategic Thinking /li /ul h3Supply Chain /h3 ul liStrategic Sourcing /li liLocalization Management /li liSupplier Development /li liCapacity Planning /li /ul h3Business /h3 ul liCommercial Negotiation /li liCost Management /li liContinuous Improvement /li /ul ul liCross-Functional Collaboration /li /ul h3Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) /h3 h3NPI /h3 ul liNPI material readiness (%) /li liOn-time support of prototype and pilot builds /li liSuccessful NPI-to-production transfer rate /li /ul h3Localization /h3 ul liLocalization spend achievement (%) /li liNumber of localized suppliers qualified /li liReduction of China-source dependency (%) /li liDual-source implementation rate /li /ul h3Supplier Performance /h3 ul liSupplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) /li liSupplier Quality Performance (PPM) /li liSupplier Lead Time Reduction /li /ul h3Cost /h3 ul liCost savings and cost avoidance /li liAnnual productivity achievement /li liMaterial cost reduction % /li /ul h3Risk Management /h3 ul liSupply disruption recovery time /li liClosure rate of high-risk supply issues /li liBusiness continuity readiness score /li /ul h3Scope /h3 ul liLeads NPI and Localization Procurement across multiple customer programs. /li liManages strategic suppliers and localization initiatives for critical commodities such as PCB, PCBA, semiconductor components, electro mechanicals, passives, and fabricated parts /li liInterfaces directly with Customers, Business Management, Engineering Leaders, Operations Directors, and Global Commodity Managers. /li liOwns executive escalation and recovery plans for critical supply chain risks impacting revenue and customer delivery commitments. /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr

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