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New Product Development roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers complete PERM labor certification, file an I-140 petition, and demonstrate a permanent business need. Your background in product lifecycle management, R&D coordination, or cross-functional team leadership strengthens the specialty occupation case and speeds the sponsorship process.
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Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor and drive manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.
From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.
With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.
Job Description
The Sourcing Manager, New Product Development; plays a key role in enabling successful product launches and electronics planning by leading sourcing and procurement activities throughout the product development lifecycle. This role bridges strategy and execution, serving as a primary electronics procurement partner to Engineering, R&D, Product Management, and Supplier Quality to ensure supplier readiness, cost competitiveness, and material availability for new product introductions. This role is an individual contributor position and may provide functional leadership to project-based teams or junior sourcing resources but does not carry full organizational or people management responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Procurement lead for Electronics commodities within New Product Development
- Lead NPI project execution by setting priorities, managing cross-functional teams, facilitating design
- Documentation reviews supporting quality gates
- Driving production ramp through to sustaining teams.
- Own sourcing and launch readiness activities, including RFQs, cost and quote analysis
- Forecasting, tooling/fixture/test equipment identification
- Material buys for samples and production, and executive reporting on program status.
- Assist Engineering team in design cycle – Voice of procurement
- Special Projects – End of life products, factory implementations/withdrawals
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- B.S. in business, supply chain management, or related technical field
- 5-7 years progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, operations, or related technical field; exposure/familiarity with electronics sourcing
- Working knowledge of PCBA sourcing, contract manufacturing, plant investment
- Demonstrated Experience in New Product Development/Introduction
- Senior Leader/Stakeholder communication and presentation experience ERP/MRP Experience in Oracle or related systems
- Analytical, high degree of autonomy, command of procurement theory and process
Travel
- Domestic and international up to 10%
Language
- English Required
- Spanish preferred
Additional Job Details
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
Work Shift Schedule
No Soliciting
Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.
Job Summary
Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor and drive manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.
From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.
With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.
Job Description
The Sourcing Manager, New Product Development; plays a key role in enabling successful product launches and electronics planning by leading sourcing and procurement activities throughout the product development lifecycle. This role bridges strategy and execution, serving as a primary electronics procurement partner to Engineering, R&D, Product Management, and Supplier Quality to ensure supplier readiness, cost competitiveness, and material availability for new product introductions. This role is an individual contributor position and may provide functional leadership to project-based teams or junior sourcing resources but does not carry full organizational or people management responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Procurement lead for Electronics commodities within New Product Development
- Lead NPI project execution by setting priorities, managing cross-functional teams, facilitating design
- Documentation reviews supporting quality gates
- Driving production ramp through to sustaining teams.
- Own sourcing and launch readiness activities, including RFQs, cost and quote analysis
- Forecasting, tooling/fixture/test equipment identification
- Material buys for samples and production, and executive reporting on program status.
- Assist Engineering team in design cycle – Voice of procurement
- Special Projects – End of life products, factory implementations/withdrawals
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- B.S. in business, supply chain management, or related technical field
- 5-7 years progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, operations, or related technical field; exposure/familiarity with electronics sourcing
- Working knowledge of PCBA sourcing, contract manufacturing, plant investment
- Demonstrated Experience in New Product Development/Introduction
- Senior Leader/Stakeholder communication and presentation experience ERP/MRP Experience in Oracle or related systems
- Analytical, high degree of autonomy, command of procurement theory and process
Travel
- Domestic and international up to 10%
Language
- English Required
- Spanish preferred
Additional Job Details
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
Work Shift Schedule
No Soliciting
Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in New Product Development
Document your product lifecycle contributions precisely
PERM requires your employer to define a specific minimum requirement for the role. Gather performance reviews, project scopes, and launch documentation showing your specialized R&D or commercialization work before the labor certification process begins.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Companies that have filed PERM applications for New Product Development roles already understand the DOL audit requirements and specialty occupation framing. Use Migrate Mate to search for green-card-sponsoring employers filtered by this job category.
Clarify whether your role qualifies as EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 covers advanced-degree professionals or EB-2-eligible candidates with distinguished credentials. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree. The distinction affects your priority date and total timeline, so confirm your classification with your employer's immigration counsel before the I-140 is filed.
Understand the prevailing wage requirement for your market
Your employer must pay at least the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your position and location. Check the OFLC Wage Search to see what Level II or Level III wages apply to your New Product Development role before negotiating your offer.
Prepare your educational credentials for PERM review
If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation completed early. PERM job requirements must match your actual qualifications, and a delayed evaluation can stall the labor certification filing by several months.
Ask employers about concurrent filing eligibility
Once your priority date is current, you may be able to file your I-140 and I-485 adjustment of status simultaneously, cutting months off the process. Confirm with USCIS Visa Bulletin guidance whether your country and preference category allow concurrent filing at offer stage.
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Find New Product Development JobsNew Product Development Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do New Product Development jobs commonly qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. New Product Development roles typically require at minimum a bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field, placing them squarely in EB-3 professional territory. Roles requiring a master's degree or equivalent specialized experience in R&D strategy, technical product commercialization, or advanced materials development can qualify under EB-2. Your employer's immigration attorney will determine the appropriate category based on the specific job duties and minimum requirements set in the PERM application.
How does the green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
The green card path via PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status leads to permanent residency rather than temporary status. Unlike the H-1B lottery, there's no annual random selection for EB-3, though country-specific backlogs apply for applicants from India and China. PERM adds a DOL labor market test step that H-1B does not require, making employer commitment and timeline planning more critical from the start.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a New Product Development role?
Your employer posts the position through a DOL-prescribed recruitment process, documents that no qualified U.S. workers applied, and certifies it to the DOL. For specialized New Product Development roles, defining the precise minimum requirements matters: overly generic job descriptions can trigger audits. The certification step alone can take six to twelve months, followed by the I-140 petition and the wait for a current priority date before you can file for adjustment of status.
How can I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for New Product Development positions?
Searching general job boards won't surface green card sponsorship willingness reliably. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for employers with green card sponsorship history in product development roles, so you're targeting companies that have already completed PERM filings rather than hoping an employer will agree to sponsor after an offer.
Does my country of birth affect my green card timeline in this category?
Yes. Priority dates for EB-2 and EB-3 are current for most nationalities, meaning the wait after I-140 approval is minimal. Applicants born in India and China face significant backlogs in both categories due to per-country annual limits. If you're subject to a backlog, your employer can still file and certify your PERM early so your priority date is established as soon as possible, minimizing your total wait time.
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