Engineering Buyer (NPI Buyer) chez Stored Energy Systems (SENS)

Who We Are

Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is an award-winning manufacturer of premium quality power conversion products located in Longmont, CO. In business for over 50 years, SENS is the market leader with a proven track record of providing highly reliable battery chargers, DC power systems, and related products to industrial markets. For more information on our company please see our web site at www.sens-usa.com. 

Summary

The Engineering Buyer (NPI Buyer) is responsible for supporting New Product Development (NPD) purchasing activities, ensuring timely procurement of prototype, beta build, and initial production materials. This role partners closely with Engineering, Quality, and the Purchasing team to develop and manage the supply base, coordinate material readiness, and ensure smooth transition of new products into production.

Responsibilities

NPD Procurement

• Handle purchasing for prototypes and proof-of-concept parts.
• Manage purchasing activities for Beta Build programs.
• Set up and execute initial material buys (up to a quarter’s worth) to support production readiness.

Supplier Management & Material Expertise

• Broad-based experience in sourcing and purchasing across multiple categories: Cables, Electronics, PCBAs, and Metal Fabrication.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing team and collaborate with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Develop and maintain a responsive prototype supply base for quick-turn requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with Quality Control (QC) to understand inspection needs and priorities for NPD builds.
• Partner with Engineering to develop or identify new technologies and suppliers to support innovative product development.
• Coordinate the hand-off of materials and supply chain processes from NPI to Production.
• Collaborate with the Distribution Center (DC) to ensure proper system and supply line (SL) data setup.
• Act as the point of contact for documentation control for the purchasing department for item set up at the time of release.

Representation & Reporting

• Represent Purchasing in NPI meetings and Engineering in Purchasing meetings to ensure alignment and communication.
• Report directly to Purchasing with a dotted-line reporting relationship to Engineering, taking heavy direction from Engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience, preferably in an NPI or engineering-focused role.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing in Cables, Electronics, PCBAs, and Metal Fabrication.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Location: This position is located in Longmont, CO with the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule.

Base Compensation: $70,000 - $92,000 is the projected compensation range for this role depending on the candidate’s overall qualifications and experience. 

Closing Date: October 31st. While we expect to keep the position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed early based on applicant volume and hiring needs.

We offer an exciting and competitive total compensation package designed to inspire! This includes generous paid time off, holidays, as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, and an outstanding 401k matching program where employees are instantly vested.

At SENS, our culture is rooted in a set of core values that reflect who we are and how we work. In a recent 2025 poll, our employees identified the values that best define us: “Innovative”, “Respectful”, “Inviting”, “Flexible”, “Collaborative”, and “Growth Driven”. Our team describes us as a dynamic, forward-thinking company where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

At SENS, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fully dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We hope you're interested in making a difference with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.