External Manufacturing NPI Project Lead

Requisition Number: 78745
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Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions
Purpose Of Position
Position that manages key projects with External/Contract Manufacturing Partners that enable quicker, smoother growth and cost effectiveness for products in OCS Division. This position will work cross functionally and Globally with Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain, Product Engineering, PLM, GSM & Quality.
Major Roles And Responsibilities
Ensure that External Manufacturers and key suppliers meet requirements for key projects
Analyze and optimize forecasts to match production schedules and customer deliveries
Analyze inventory data with recommendations to help position the business to lowest inventory level while supporting revenue targets
Understand and manage product BOM, AVL, Process Maps and associated data
Escort product data, from design stages through NPI and volume manufacturing into EOL stage.
Develop and maintain impact metrics and score cards to maintain execution traceability
Travel and location of work
Up to 50% travel. Primarily travel within APAC region
Role based out of the APAC Region
Minimum Education, Skill And Experience Requirements
Must be proficient in English
Engineering bachelor’s degree, master’s degree preferred
Minimum 8+ years’ experience in Engineering & Manufacturing environment and Project Management is preferred
Minimum 5+ years working on major global projects
Understanding of Product Structures, BOM, AVL
Understanding of PDM, ERP/MRP systems
Desired Skill And Experience Requirements
Strong communication skills and flexibility to work with multiple cultures and time zones.
High initiative, self-motivation and ability to work in multinational, matrixed organizations.
Results oriented approach in managing multiple workstreams
Ability to analyze data, manage actions and present results

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