NPICoordinator

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, O