Optical Systems Supply Chain Program Lead

Nokia; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee mass production for Optical System products. You will collaborate with R&D, PLM, Procurement, Engineering, Compliance, and Logistics across multiple regions to drive lifecycle milestones and ensure timely production.

You will coordinate contract manufacturers and OEM vendors, manage cross-functional teams, and lead cost optimization and risk mitigation efforts to meet product targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with relevant experience.
• 5+ years in supply chain or program management for mass production.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional programs across R&D, PLM, Procurement, and Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Program manage Nokia contract manufacturers & OEM vendors for mass production.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams through regular meetings to ensure shipment scheduling.
• Represent SC PM with R&D, PLM, Procurement, Product Engineering, EMS Mgmt, Logistics.
• Serve as escalation point to resolve delivery issues due to capacity or technical problems.
• Drive cost analysis and cost reduction projects to meet targets.
• Lead BOM reviews and risk mitigation via 2nd sourcing and buffer stock proposals.
• Prepare content for product lifecycle milestone reviews and approvals.
• Resolve operational issues in cross-functional teams across divisions.
• Ensure changes (ECN, deviations, etc.) are implemented to support schedules.
• Lead project plans for Product Transfers between EMS partners or internal factories.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional coordination

Mass production knowledge

Supply chain management

English communication

Project planning

Cost analysis

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Product Data Management (PDM) systems

ERP / MRP knowledge

BOM management

Job description

Nokia in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee mass production for Optical System products. You will collaborate with R&D, PLM, Procurement, Engineering, Compliance, and Logistics across multiple regions to drive lifecycle milestones and ensure timely production.

You will coordinate contract manufacturers and OEM vendors, manage cross-functional teams, and lead cost optimization and risk mitigation efforts to meet product targets.