Functional Supply Chain New Product Introduction Consultant

Experis-US; South San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup's client in Sunnyvale, CA is hiring a Functional Supply Chain NPI Consultant for a hybrid on-site role. The position covers planning, execution, shipment, deployment and returns across the NPI prototype lifecycle, partnering with engineering, operations, and CM suppliers.

The role requires 5+ years in NPI or manufacturing, with strong SQL/data analysis, and experience guiding cross-functional stakeholders. Length is 10 months with possible extension.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in NPI, manufacturing ops or product development in high-volume electronics.
• Deep understanding of EVT/DVT/PVT and alternate config management.
• Experience with logistics processes and asset tracking.
• Proficient in SQL and data analysis to drive decisions.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and partners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and CM partners to gather requirements.
• Lead end-to-end NPI workflows from design to launch and adoption.
• Oversee data integrations with CM partners and monitor data quality.
• Drive AI and automation to reduce manual effort in NPI operations.

Skills

NPI

Manufacturing ops

Product development

Logistics management

SQL

Stakeholder influence

Education

BS/MS in Industrial/Systems/Manufacturing Eng

Tools

EDI integrations

AI tools usage

Job description

Our Fortune 500 client, one of the world’s leading companies, is based in Sunnyvale, CA, and is seeking hardworking, motivated professionals to join their innovative team. Are you a Functional Supply Chain New Product Introduction Consultant with a passion for collaborating with multiple teams and an interest in working onsite?

Position Title: Functional Supply Chain New Product Introduction Consultant

Location: Hybrid: Sunnyvale, CA

Duration: 10 Months with possibilities of extension

Pay Range: $80-100/hr on W2

Position Summary

The Solutions Lead owns the processes and systems behind the RL NPI prototype lifecycle: build planning, build execution, shipment, deployment, returns and redeployment. They work with NPI operations, product operations, engineering and contract manufacturers (CMs) to shape how NPI is planned, executed and tracked from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams and contract manufacturers to gather and prioritize business requirements.
• Lead core NPI workflows end to end, from requirements and solution design through launch, user adoption and continuous improvement, across build planning, material readiness, build execution, and shipment and deployment.
• Oversee contract manufacturer data integrations (build completion signals and ASNs), monitor data accuracy, completeness and timeliness, and lead root cause analysis and corrective actions on discrepancies.
• Drive AI and automation solutions that reduce manual effort and improve speed and accuracy across NPI operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in NPI, manufacturing operations or product development within high-volume consumer electronics or hardware.
• Deep understanding of NPI build phases (EVT/DVT/PVT) and Alternate config management.
• Experience with logistics processes and critical asset tracking and management.
• Proficiency in SQL and data analysis to diagnose issues and drive data-informed decisions.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and external partners, solve complex problems, and deliver measurable business impact.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or MS in Industrial, Systems or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Experience with EDI integrations with manufacturing partners.
• Hands-on experience applying AI tools to automate operational workflows.

About ManpowerGroup

Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions. Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.