External Manufacturing NPI Project Lead in Gurgaon, भारत

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications https://jobeax.com/link/RpHqato4odgap9EZ segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Role Purpose

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.

Key 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

Experiences/Education - Required

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

Experiences/Education - Desired

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

Travel and location of work:

Up to 50% travel. Primarily travel within APAC region