NPI Program Leadership / NPI Manager

Plexus Corp.; Penang; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Plexus Corp. in Penang, Malaysia, seeks a seasoned Program Leader to head the Plexus Program Leadership team across global regions and market sectors.

The role focuses on developing and executing full value streams, new product introductions, and transitions with cross-functional leadership across Engineering Solutions, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Aftermarket Solutions. The successful candidate will drive program planning, secure wins through early customer development, and mentor teams to

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience is required; 5 years of equivalent industry related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Regional Program Leadership Team and direct reports, coaching and mentoring Plexus employees on product launch tools and processes.
• Align with Sr. Leadership from Engineering Solutions, Supply Chain, Aftermarket Solutions, Manufacturing and Corporate teams to create global customer solutions.
• Support program execution through KPI tracking, financial management, schedule, delivery and quality expectations.
• Collaborate with Market Sectors and Manufacturing Operations to understand business needs and drive new program opportunities.
• Manage resource loading and recruitment for the Regional Program Leadership team and control program costs.

Job description

Purpose Statement

Lead the Plexus Program Leadership team in the development and execution of full value stream, new product introduction and transition programs across all global geographic regions and Plexus Market Sectors. Program Leadership supports initial customer development and business development in order to secure the win. Leads the development of the overall program plan and execution of plan along with leading critical stakeholder internal to Plexus and external to Plexus. This includes providing leadership for Engineering Solutions, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Aftermarket Solutions and our Customers.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Leader the Regional Program Leadership Team and associated direct reports. Trains, coaches, and mentors Plexus employees on the tools and processes associated with launching successful products. Enables development of direct reports by collaboratively creating career development plans and driving accountability to execute on Plexus’ talent strategy. Leaders will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning and ensuring that their team receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.
• Aligns and builds relationships across Plexus with Sr. Leadership from Engineering Solutions, Supply Chain, Aftermarket Solutions, Manufacturing and Corporate teams. Ability to leverage relationships to create global solutions for our customers and ensure proper resources and tools are available successfully execute our programs.
• Support the execution of Programs through the application and measurement of Program specific KSF’s and KPI’s. These metrics include the ability to manage financial, unit cost, schedule, delivery and quality. Effectively communicate and manage expectations within Plexus and with our Customer to create a successful engagement and product launch.
• Collaborate and communicate with Sr. Leadership from Plexus Market Sectors, Engineering Solutions and Manufacturing Operations to understand Plexus business needs, customer opportunities, and support business development solutions to successfully execute new programs. Lead the funnel management process to identify all incoming opportunities in the region to determine the appropriate support plans.
• Perform resource management for the regional Program Leadership team to understand resource loading, staffing requirements and recruitment of new Program Leadership resources. Manage Regional Service Center Costs and Product Commercialization P&L to ensure fiscal responsibility for the Program Leadership team.

Education/Experience Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience is required; 5 years of equivalent industry related experience is preferred.

Other Qualifications

• High computer skills and literacy
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communications skills
• Employee must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Computer, presentation and mentoring skills are necessary to be successful in this position.
• A general knowledge of manufacturing, materials, business, finance and program management is required; related contract manufacturing experience is preferred.
• General office equipment and materials.

Physical Requirements

N/A

Travel Requirements

N/A