Senior Manager, Supplier Engineering – NPI

Diabetes Youth Families

full-time

Posted on: 9/6/2025

Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • Massachusetts

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💰 $119,550 - $179,325 per year

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About the role

Own and lead the supplier engineering strategy for NPI programs, ensuring alignment with product launch timelines and manufacturing scalability
Oversee supplier validation activities including component qualification, tooling deployment, and process capability assessments
Partner with R&D teams to ensure supplier processes support pilot line performance, design validation, and manufacturability goals
Lead supplier engagement for DFM/DFA initiatives to optimize component design and production efficiency
Develop and execute supplier improvement programs to drive speed during early NPI phases and ensure long-term reliability
Build and lead a small high-performing team of supplier engineers focused on NPI execution, technical leadership, and strategic tooling and supplier development
Influence supplier selection decisions through technical capability assessments and risk-based evaluations
Interface with equipment vendors and suppliers to support custom tooling, fixtures, and semi-automated process development
Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, GMP, and internal quality standards across all supplier activities
Dual reporting to the VP of Supplier Development Engineering and leadership for NPI programs; ownership of supplier engineering strategy and execution for NPI programs

BS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering with 12+ years of experience in supplier engineering or manufacturing in a regulated industry
MS in Engineering or Engineering Management with 10+ years of relevant experience preferred
Expertise in supplier process development, component validation, and tooling qualification
Demonstrated success in leading supplier engineering efforts for complex NPI projects in regulated environments
Familiarity with challenges in sourcing and validating molded components, stamped metals, springs, and micro-mechanisms
Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills
Experience with supplier audits, technical capability assessments, and capital tooling deployment
Experience with Class II medical devices and global supplier networks highly desirable
Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing technical teams and mentor peers
Skilled at navigating ambiguity, influencing cross-functional decisions, and communicating across engineering, operations, and supplier teams
Able to work in a Class 8 Cleanroom Environment as needed
Willingness to travel up to 25%, including international travel to suppliers and manufacturing sites
Role based in Acton; ideal candidate will be in office a minimum of 4 days a week