Senior NPI Materials Planner
nvidia
| Company | nvidia |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | China, Shenzhen |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Senior |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 7 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (workday) |
Description
NVIDIA has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Materials Planner in our Quick Turn/ NPI Materials Organization. The position requires exceptional materials management skills and supply planning expertise in a dynamic and fast paced environment. The ideal candidate would have a deep understanding of procurement, planning, and contract manufacturing supply chain in multinational manufacturing industry.
What you’ll be doing:
• Collaborate effectively with Engineering Program Mgmt. teams to understand build requirements for new products supporting bring-up boards for validation and qualification. S upp ort the engineers ’ requests on material transition, samples delivery , deviation release.
• Manage build schedule shortages impacting CTB (clear to build) and work with materials support team on materials supply risk mitigation.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams including GCM , engineering, manufacturing, to ensure alignment on NPI material requirements and build timelines. Use data analytics to identify and address potential roadblocks or challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance NPI supply chain efficiency and effectiveness. Find opportunities to streamline processes, reduce lead times, and improve overall supply chain performance.
• Proactively identify and mitigate supply risks using data analytics. Develop data-driven contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies to minimize the impact of potential disruptions.
• Manage consigned material demand in ERP system and follow through with internal teams to ensure consigned materials readiness to schedule , manage the consigned inventory with accurate allocation and excess disposition .
• Monitor BOM changes and ensure all changes are identified and loaded accurately through MRP /SAP system.
• Consolidate results and provide updates to cross functional teams on material status for all assigned NPI builds. Run review meetings with internal (engineering and operations) and external teams (CMs ) to align build schedules.
• Prepare and communicate critical Materials availability updates to cross functional leadership teams; maintain executive reports and summaries, providing accurate and timely data to leadership on agreed cadence.
What we need to see:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in operations, IE, supply chain or Business preferred, with 8+ years most recent experience in materials management, production planning, or supply chain management.
• Experience with ERP/MRP demand planning and forecasting tools, rich experience on different commodities including EE, Mech, Interconnector etc. along with strong understanding of NPI processes and supply chain dynamics.
• Experience working with BOM in OEM/CM environment required.
• Project skills and expertise on AI-driven tools design/ development as business user is a strong plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proven experience in materials planning or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing or high-tech industry.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data analytics and advanced AI tools.
With equal opportunities, competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers! We have some of the most forward-thinking and passionate people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our outstanding operations teams are rapidly growing. If you are a creative individual with a real passion for technology and operational success, we want to hear from you!