IP Advanced Procurement ManagerAs part of Network Infrastructure Strategic Sourcing, the IP Advanced Procurement Manager role supports the IP Hardware Engineering organization, focusing on New Product Hardware releases through engagement across a broad range of sourcing processes, cross-functional teams, and systems.Your ResponsibilitiesProvide advanced procurement support to the Nokia IP Hardware Engineering organization throughout the product development lifecycle.Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships across key hardware commodities.Act as the primary business interface between supply partners and IP Hardware Engineering teams.Lead NPI component price negotiations and manage release milestones to meet engineering schedule and cost objectives.Evaluate supplier capability, reliability, capacity, and cost competitiveness.Demonstrate hands-on procurement experience across key hardware commodities, including:ASICs, ICs, processorsPCBs, connectors, fansElectro-mechanical componentsPerform Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis, including:Long lead-time risk and early purchase analysisEnd-of-life (EOL) component reviewsProduct Change Notifications (PCNs)Dual sourcing strategiesManufacturing cost assessmentsSupport IP Hardware Engineering with component-level and finished goods pricing for new product development.Conduct business and financial reviews of potential new suppliers.Lead procurement contract and NDA negotiations.Provide procurement leadership for new product launches, from prototype through NPI.Manage pricing updates and verification for Engineering and Product Line Management.Participate in Product Line Manager readiness meetings, identifying project status, risks, and mitigation plans.Serve as the point of escalation for material shortages impacting NPI designs and product launches.Your Skills and ExperienceKey Skills and Competencies5+ years of procurement experience in the Hi-Tech industry, including strategic sourcing and supplier management.Hands-on experience with NPI processes and BOM analysis, including cost modeling and risk assessment.Strong negotiation and contract management skills, including supplier agreements and pricing.Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management across cross-functional teams.Proficient in MS Office and sourcing/ERP systems (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Agile, SAP).Analytical and problem-solving skills, including financial reviews and supply risk mitigation.Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.More InformationSome of our benefits in Canada:Corporate Retirement Savings PlanHealth and dental benefitsShort-term disability, and long-term disabilityLife insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base payOptional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)Paid time off for holidays and VacationEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTuition Assistance PlanAdoption assistanceEmployee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource ProgramThe 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.
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Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.Job InfoJob Category SupplyDegree Level Bachelor's degreeJob Schedule Full timeJob Type ExperiencedJob Identification 31505Role Type Individual contributorSalary Range CAD 100,000.00- 150,000.00 *Plus, potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles.Experience level ExperiencedLocations 600 March Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K2K 2E6, CA 520 Almanor Avenue, Sunnyvale, California, , US (Hybrid)Regular or Temporary Regular