NPI Planner (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

NPI Planner (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

Date : Oct 29, 2025

Location : North Reading, MA, US

Company : Teradyne

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Teradyne is a globally recognized leader in the ATE Industry. From tablets to smart phones, we rely on electronics to conduct our business and to connect and enhance our personal lives. This comes with the expectation that the devices work right, the first time, every time. Teradyne products protect consumer confidence with thorough, fast test and automation. With innovation at the core of our business, we constantly seek new ways to solve the most challenging test issues.

Opportunity Overview

This position has a dual-responsibility of both planner and buyer. As a New Product Material Planner, you will be responsible for material deliverables to build new product, ensuring a timely material pipeline for products that span from Prototype through Production release. As a New Product Buyer, you will be responsible for purchasing early Prototype materials to support design validation.

Responsibilities Include :

• Planning management of multi-level, large part count Bills of Materials for highly complex electro-mechanical products
• Working globally with contract manufacturers and suppliers to establish a sourcing strategy, quoting for both short-term prototype turns and long-term production costs
• Material planning, requisitioning material, and resolving critical material shortages on new product
• Collaborating with Engineering and Operations teams on product structure to assess assembly "make versus buy"
• Releasing work orders, monitoring manufacturing builds and reporting to development and management team on Production Job status
• Ability to work on cross-functional teams and to communicate with all levels of management
• Coordinating with suppliers on RMAs / rework of product from either quality issues or Engineering Change notices
• Responsible for Planning transfer from Teradyne to contract manufacturers
• Assessing Lead Time Profiles for product and recommending risk buys for forecasted demand
• Ability to find creative ways to resolve problems using project management skills
• Recognizing when problems must be escalated is a critical skill
• Executing purchase requisitions and purchase orders for prototype parts through our MRP system.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you're ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position :

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.

The base salary range for this role is $90,000-$101,000. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.