Program Manager

Nokia; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia is seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our team in Penang, Malaysia. You will work in a multi-disciplinary, culturally diverse organization, prioritizing, multi-tasking and making effective decisions to keep the supply chain moving in NPI and ongoing production.

You will partner across engineering, product and operations, lead cross-functional teams, and help manage CAPEX/OPEX while driving capacity planning and transformation initiatives in a global context.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in technical field; MS or MBA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project management and cross-functional leadership.
• Solid understanding of supply chain business processes.
• Experience in manufacturing and new product introduction.
• Familiarity with telecom manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Product, Test Eng, R&D and Global Ops to manage daily supply chain issues in NPI and production.
• Drive new product introduction projects into Nokia Supply Chain.
• NPI cost elements, materials and NREs management.
• Lead Change Management decisions impacting Supply Chain.
• Manage product lifecycle: forecast, customer issues and market conditions; lead cost reductions and continuous quality improvements.

Skills

Project Management

Supply Chain

Manufacturing

NPI

Telecom manufacturing

Cross-functional influence

Quality leadership

Problem solving

Education

BS in Technical Field

MS or MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Aras PLM

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Program Manager who works well in a team and independently in a multi-disciplined and culturally diverse organization. Individual needs to be able to prioritize work, multi-task and make effective decisions.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Program Manager who works well in a team and independently in a multi-disciplined and culturally diverse organization. Individual needs to be able to prioritize work, multi-task and make effective decisions.

Project Management - Project Core Team (PCT) representation, management of Supply Chain cross-functional team, leading tech issues resolution, CAPEX/OPEX management, capacity planning, participation in transformational projects.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Partnering with Product and Test Engineering, Business Line R&D and Global Operations to manage day to day supply chain issues in NPI and ongoing production, and develop long term supply chain strategies. To do this, the PM works cross functionally with the R&D Engineering, Product Management, Global Operations, SCE Functions and supplier partners at Tier 1 and Tier 2.
• Driving new product introduction projects into the Nokia Supply Chain. This is a core responsibility of the PM team. This team interacts directly with Product Engineers, Test Engineers, PLM, Advance Procurement, R&D DAs. and others to complete these tasks.
• NPI builds management - cost elements, material and NREs
• Lead Change Management decision impacting Supply Chain - liability claims, Stop management
• Managing the product life cycle. This includes understanding current business conditions such as forecast, key customer issues and market conditions. In addition, the PM team may lead teams on cost reduction, low-cost qualifications & transfers, Continuous Quality Improvement and End of Life Product Planning.

Key Skills And Experience

You have:

• BA/BS or equivalent in Technical Degree. MS or MBA degree preferred.
• Very Good knowledge of Project Management. Management experience strongly desired.
• Very good knowledge of Supply Chain business processes.
• Strong manufacturing and new product introduction experience
• Very good telecom manufacturing processes
• ODM/OEM/JDM engagement, capability analysis and execution
• Strategic planning and execution
• Track record of cross-functional influence and quality leadership

It would be nice if you also had:

• Knowledge of SAP – transactions related to Change Management
• Good Knowledge of Aras Product Life Cycle Management (PDM tool).
• Demonstrated acumen in utilizing engineering judgment and problem solving
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communications skills - English and Native language required.
• Results oriented, self-starter, possess excellent organization skills, and have the aptitude to define operational requirements and design and implement processes and systems to support those requirements

About Us

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Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we're advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

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Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

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About The Team

Some of our benefits:

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
• Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
• Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
• Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
• Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
• Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
• A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond