Manage all Supply Chain development and integration activities for New Product Introduction projects
Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, R&D, Product Management, and leadership to understand project requirements and develop project timelines
Support request for quote inquiries and assist in strategic sourcing for our new products
Manage our suppliers and contract manufacturers throughout the development of a new project and ensure we are bringing in material on-time to meet our R&D schedule
Prioritize multiple, and at times conflicting, project deliverables, and take initiative to make creative recommendations as needed to ensure successful execution of projects
Own tracking critical information including, but not limited to, bill of materials, production cost trends, risk assessments, vendor information, supplier capacity evaluations, and standard lead-times.
Identify root causes to supply chain-related gaps in project timelines and risks to deliverables, and support and/or lead issue resolution to prevent reoccurrence
Own the transition process to production and support a smooth hand-off to the production planning team
Foster a positive team environment where open communication and continuous improvement is valued
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering or a related field
3+ years of Project Management and/or Supply Chain experience
Proven track record / experience in product development and launch
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Experience creating project schedules and managing complex tasks
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Able to effectively lead by influence partnering with various functions across the company
Understanding of basic engineering principles and development