New Product Introduction Planner

Battle Motors Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Battle Motors is seeking a New Product Introduction (NPI) Planner to lead cross-functional coordination for new product launches in our Ohio facility. You will manage schedules, milestones, and risk, ensuring timely delivery of components and adherence to quality standards.

In this role you will collaborate with product management, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to drive end-to-end NPI activities, coordinate with external suppliers, and drive process improvements across the

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product management, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to develop and execute comprehensive NPI plans for new products.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules, timelines, and critical path analyses to track progress and risks.
• Coordinate with external suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of components and materials for NPI activities.
• Conduct regular status meetings with stakeholders to review progress, address issues, and provide milestone updates.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize NPI processes, streamline workflows, and improve efficiency.
• Act as liaison between internal teams and external partners to align on NPI priorities and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements throughout the NPI process.

Job description

Battle Motors prides itself on delivering efficient, effective solutions for the heavy-duty work truck industry. With the evolution of our new EV (Electric Vehicle) technology, we are growing faster than ever. At Battle Motors, we believe the most fulfilling place to work is where extraordinary people collaborate to solve difficult problems.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a New Product Introduction (NPI) Planner. The NPI Planner will play a critical role in the successful launch of new products, ensuring seamless coordination between cross-functional teams and timely execution of key milestones throughout the product development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with product management, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to develop and execute comprehensive NPI plans for new products.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules, timelines, and critical path analyses to track progress and identify potential bottlenecks or risks.
• Coordinate with external suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of components and materials required for NPI activities.
• Conduct regular status meetings with stakeholders to review project progress, address issues, and provide updates on key milestones.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize NPI processes, streamline workflows, and enhance overall efficiency.
• Act as a liaison between internal teams and external partners to facilitate effective communication and alignment on NPI priorities and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements throughout the NPI process.

This position will adhere to the Battle Motors Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co-workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their Supervisor immediately.

Battle Motors is an equal opportunity employer.

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Battle Motors leads the heavy-duty truck industry by employing top talent across all sectors, from engineering and sales to finance, truck assembly, material handling, welding, and service. We are driving the transition to sustainable energy by manufacturing the most durable and performance-driven range of work-ready diesel, CNG (Compressed Natural Gas), and fully electric vehicles. Our trucks are proudly designed and built in a state-of-the-art 325,000 sq. ft. facility in the heart of Ohio.

As an equal opportunity employer, Battle Motors offers a competitive salary.

• generous benefits package designed to support employees in planning for and caring for themselves, their families, and their future.