Nokia

Prototype Hardware Buyer

Nokia$80K — $110K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in NPI supply chain management.
  • Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and Access.
  • In-depth knowledge of SMA methods and hardware assembly processes.
  • Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) tools is a plus.
  • Understanding of electronics hardware design concepts and procedures.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with R&D and program managers to source materials for prototypes.
  • Procure mechanical and electrical components for Prototype projects.
  • Track and report on material order status.
  • Acquire test equipment and software for hardware development support.
  • Monitor prototype material receipts and maintain delivery records.
  • Resolve purchase order and payment issues using purchasing systems.
  • Manage incoming prototype materials and ensure proper disposition.
  • Support engineering build and change control activities.

Benefits

  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • Optional life and AD&D insurance for family members
  • Paid time off for holidays and vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Work-Life Resource Program
Full Job Description
Job Description

Family Description

Supply (SU) covers the configuration, demand, and supply planning, order management, sourcing, production, delivery, and managing the procurement activities towards our suppliers.

Subfamily Description

Procurement (PRO) associates with specifying procurement demands, selecting and contracting suppliers, maintaining the relationship to a supplier, and managing the lifecycle; including supplier performance, risk, and phase-out for all suppliers for direct material, services, and indirect material.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include the following:
  • Work with R&D, NPI purchasing and program managers to assist in the procurement of materials for prototype product developments.
  • Procure mechanical and electrical components to support Prototype projects.
  • Provide material order status
  • Procure test equipment, software and other materials/services to support Hardware development

Engineering activities
  • Monitor and track prototype material receipts and maintain order and delivery records by project
  • With intimate knowledge of the purchasing system and processes, resolve purchase order and payment issues
  • Sell and transfer excess material to Production contract manufacturers, as needed
  • Support R&D engineers in identifying and vetting new suppliers
  • Manage incoming prototype material ensuring proper disposition of received material
  • Support prototype technical purchasing and program management activities
  • Responsible for monitoring, tracking and reporting on all aspects of prototype material receipts.
  • Work with local change management control on material revisions and support change documentation.
  • Requires a very flexible attitude and willingness to work on a broad spectrum of engineering build, material management and change control issues.


Qualifications

Knowledge & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Candidates with Bachelor's in CS, EE, will be more relevant.
  • 5+ years of project-related experience in NPI supply chain management.
  • Proficient with MS Office tools, especially Excel/Access.
  • In-depth knowledge of SMA methods, hardware assembly, and factory test processes.
  • Previous experience with PDM tools is an asset.
  • Working knowledge of electronics hardware design concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Excellent organization skills, with demonstrated ability to work independently to achieve individual and group goals.
  • Proven ability to perform under pressure and deliver success.
  • Knowledge of the Nokia NI product line is an asset.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to read and understand technical (mechanical and electrical) drawings, schematics, BOM's etc.


About the Team

Some of our benefits in Canada:

  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay
  • Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
  • Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program


The above benefits exclude students.

Disclaimer for US/Canada

Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.

All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.

About Nokia

Nokia is a Finnish multinational telecommunications, information technology, and consumer electronics company. The company was founded in 1865 and has since grown to become one of the largest telecommunications equipment manufacturers in the world. Nokia's products include mobile phones, smartphones, and network equipment, among others. The company is committed to innovation and has a strong focus on research and development. Nokia is also committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Learn more about Nokia
Size
87,927 employees
Market Cap
$25.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2.5 billion
Founded
1865
5 Year Trend
-1.2%
Revenue
$21.8 billion
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