New Product Introduction (NPI) Program Manager

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Aguadilla (PR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Puerto Rico (on-site) is seeking a New Product Introduction Program Manager to drive engineering development and cross-functional execution. You will coordinate multiple projects, manage schedules, budgets, and resources while guiding a team through complex programs.

Ideal candidates bring a PMP, 4–6 years in NPI, and experience in memory/semiconductor environments, with strong analytical and communication skills in English and local language.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Management, Engineering, Computer Sciences, or equivalent.
• PMP/PMI certification preferred.
• Typically 4-6 years experience, with NPI program experience.
• Experience in memory commodity or semiconductor environments is a plus.
• Knowledge of supply chain or commodity operations.
• Experience using AI tools and technologies is a plus.
• Process optimization and continuous improvement experience.
• Using project planning tools and software to create, manage, and track results.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating matrixed teams and resources.
• Ability to create and manage program schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; mastery in English and local language.
• Ability to communicate program plans and negotiate with management levels.

Responsibilities

• Manages a program involving one or more functions and project teams to drive engineering development and implementation for a subsystem or component.
• Develops schedules, critical deliverables, budgets, and resource allocation plans for assigned program.
• Coordinates activities of project teams and partners; tracks progress and adjusts schedule and resources as needed to meet requirements.
• Communicates program progress, escalations, and issue analysis to stakeholders; collaborates to implement changes within budgets and roadmaps.
• Leads and mentors less-experienced staff.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Management, Engineering, Computer Sciences, or equivalent

PMP/PMI certification preferred

4–6 years experience in NPI programs

Experience in memory commodity/semiconductor environments a plus

Knowledge of supply chain/commodity operations

Experience using AI tools and technologies a plus

Process optimization and continuous improvement

Project planning tools & software proficiency

Strong written & verbal English and local language

Ability to manage schedules, budgets, resources

Tools

Project planning tools

Software packages for project tracking

Job description

This role has been designed as “Onsite” with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Who We Are

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description

Job Family Definition: Provides support and/or lead teams through the Engineering development process and implementation of company’s products. Projects are typically shorter-term, less complex and more contained with a defined time frame. Programs are typically longer-term, multi-functional, multi-project with complex requirements and effort. Manage activities, resource capability, schedules, budgets, and ensure cross company communications to facilitate product completion on schedule within budget. Work with engineering management to identify and improve process and program efficiencies. Work can involve external parties such as standards bodies, partners, etc.

The New Product Introduction Program Management ensures timely enablement of new commodity SKUs which are aligned with new platforms launches and targeted customer needs. Managing multiple programs at the same time while driving cross-functional global teams towards one common goal is crucial in this role.

Contributions include applying developed subject matter expertise to solve common and sometimes complex technical problems and recommending alternatives where necessary. Might act as project lead and provide assistance to lower level professionals. Exercises independent judgment and consults with others to determine best method for accomplishing work and achieving objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manages and leads a program involving one or more functions and project teams to drive the engineering development and implementation process for a subsystem or component of a product or service offering.
• Develops schedules, critical deliverables, budget, resource allocation plan, and other support requirements for assigned program.
• Coordinates activities of supporting project teams and internal and external development partners; tracks progress against established plan and makes decisions to alter or update schedule and resource allocation to meet product requirements and development schedule.
• Communicates program progress, escalations, and issue analysis to product stakeholders; collaborates with management and internal manufacturing and development partners to implement changes to product, process, or program plan to resolve escalated issues, produce solutions, and ensure adherence to budgets and established product roadmaps and schedules.
• Leads and provides guidance and mentoring to less-experienced staff members.

Education And Experience Required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Management, Engineering, Computer Sciences, or equivalent.
• PMP/PMI certification preferred.
• Typically 4-6 years experience. Experience supporting NPI (New Product Introduction) programs.
• Experience in Memory commodity or semiconductor-related environments will be a plus.
• Knowledge of supply chain or commodity operations.
• Experience using AI tools and technologies will be a plus.
• Process optimization and continuous improvement experience.
• Using project planning tools and software packages to create, manage, and track project results.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and directing matrixed teams and resources.
• Ability to create and manage program schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English and local language.
• Ability to effectively communicate program plans, proposals, and results, and negotiate options at management levels.

Accessibility

HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here. Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.

What We Can Offer You

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

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Job

Engineering

Job Level

TCP_03

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