As pioneers and global leader, Hiab is ambitious to write forward our success story, inspiring and shaping our industry. The world in which we operate with our class-leading products, intelligent services and innovative digital solutions is constantly changing.

 

 

Purpose of the position

 

The Sourcing Project Buyer (NPD) is responsible for sourcing and supplier management activities within New Product Development (NPD) projects. This role ensures that supplier selection, cost optimization, and Sourcing Strategies align with the company’s innovation and product launch goals. The Sourcing Project Specialist works cross-functionally with Product Manager, R&D, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to bring new products to market efficiently and cost-effectively. The position is open to Spain, Italy and Poland.

 

Main tasks and responsibilities

 

Supplier Sourcing & Selection

 

Work with Global Sourcing Organization to coordinate data gathering and project implementation activities Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for NPD projects aligned with Global Category Teams (Category Managers, Sourcing specialists) Coordinate RFQs (Request for Quotation) and be part, when necessary, of supplier negotiations to achieve cost and quality targets according the budget and project’s timeline Work with strategic supplier for early involvement in projects Ensure selected suppliers meet technical, quality, and sustainability requirements as well as alignment with the rest of the functions and priorities of the project Internal key Sourcing contact for all execution activities within the project

 

Procurement & Cost Management

 

Support and be part on the definition of cost targets for NPD components and ensure cost competitiveness Manage cost breakdown analysis (should-cost modeling, value engineering) Secure cost reduction initiatives in New Product Development while maintaining quality and performance

 

 

Project Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration

 

Communicating the project status to all relevant and appropriate stakeholders involved in or needing to know overall status Specifications validation with stakeholders for project execution Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to align Sourcing activities with project timelines and with divisional strategies Support prototype sourcing process and ensure smooth transition from development to serial production Monitor and mitigate supply chain risks during NPD phases Consolidating and track sourcing deliverables by respecting milestones Track procurement milestones within APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and ensure supplier readiness Identify needed resources for the multiple projects Manage day to day operational aspect of multiple projects and their scopes.

 

 

What you’ll need to succeed

 

Education & Experience

 

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field 3-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or project buying within a manufacturing environment Experience in NPD, Advance Product Quality Planning and Supplier Management Experience in industrial manufacturing  Experience with Purchasing Projects

 

 

Technical & Soft Skills

 

Strong negotiation and cost analysis skills Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier qualification, and risk assessment Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management Open mindness willingness to understand and learn Rigour, pragmatism and synthetic mind Communication skills in English.

 

You will be part of

 

As part of a global organization, you will gain access to an extensive network and exciting development projects. At the same time, we value personal development and the close collaboration that characterizes our local operations. Cooperation, commitment, quality, and order are the guiding principles we work by. We are constantly working to maintain a pleasant and enjoyable work environment for our employees with opportunities to grow in your role and develop it further.
 

 

Interested to join?

 

If you are excited about this opportunity, please submit your application/CV in English.  We look forward to hearing from you! 
 

 

 

Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. Hiab's premium equipment includes HIAB, EFFER and ARGOS loader cranes, MOFFETT and PRINCETON truck mounted forklifts, LOGLIFT forestry cranes, JONSERED recycling cranes, MULTILIFT skiploaders and hooklifts, GALFAB roll-off cable hoists, ZEPRO, DEL and WALTCO tail lifts, and the service brand HIPERFORM, a comprehensive suite of smart solutions that help maximise the life-cycle value of Hiab’s equipment.  
As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow. Globally, Hiab is represented on every continent through its extensive network of 3,000 own and partner sales and service locations, enabling delivery to over 100 countries. The company's continuing operations sales in 2024 totalled approximately EUR 1.6 billion and it employs over 4,000 people. www.hiabgroup.com