NPI Coordinator

Location: Vega - 7610 39 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

Position Summary

The NPI Coordinator is responsible for supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs by ensuring materials availability, coordinating logistics, and maintaining accurate project schedules. This role acts as a critical link between engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and program management to enable successful prototype builds, pilot runs, and product launches. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in coordinating complex cross-functional activities in a fast-paced environment.

Materials Coordination

• Ensure timely availability of materials for prototype, pilot, and pre-production builds

• Track and manage Bill of Materials (BOM) readiness and changes

• Identify long-lead items and expedite critical components

• Resolve shortages and supply risks

• Maintain material readiness visibility

Logistics & Inventory Management

• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics

• Arrange transportation between suppliers and sites

• Manage inventory for NPI builds including kitting

• Track excess or obsolete materials

• Ensure proper handling and traceability

Scheduling & Build Coordination

• Maintain NPI schedules aligned with milestones

• Coordinate prototype and pilot builds

• Monitor schedule adherence and risks

• Support build readiness meetings

Cross-Functional Communication

• Act as coordination point between engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality

• Provide updates on material readiness and schedule

• Escalate issues impacting timelines

Continuous Improvement

• Support improvements in materials, logistics, and scheduling processes

• Implement standard work and best practices

• Participate in lessons learned

Future Responsibility (Role Evolution)

Data Tracking & Reporting will be added in the future to support dashboards, KPI tracking, and ERP data accuracy.

Required Qualifications

Diploma or degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field.

• 2-5+ years experience in NPI, supply chain, or manufacturing.

• Basic understanding of BOMs, ERP/MRP systems, and logistics.