NPI Program Leadership / NPI Manager

Overview

Purpose Statement : Lead the Plexus Program Leadership team in the development and execution of full value stream, new product introduction and transition programs across all global geographic regions and Plexus Market Sectors. Program Leadership supports initial customer development and business development in order to secure the win. Leads the development of the overall program plan and execution of plan along with leading critical stakeholder internal to Plexus and external to Plexus. This includes providing leadership for Engineering Solutions, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Aftermarket Solutions and our Customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Regional Program Leadership Team and associated direct reports. Train, coach, and mentor Plexus employees on tools and processes associated with launching successful products. Enable development of direct reports by collaboratively creating career development plans and driving accountability to execute Plexus’ talent strategy. Leaders will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning and ensuring that their team receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.
• Align and build relationships across Plexus with Sr. Leadership from Engineering Solutions, Supply Chain, Aftermarket Solutions, Manufacturing and Corporate teams. Leverage relationships to create global solutions for customers and ensure resources and tools are available to successfully execute programs.
• Support the execution of Programs through the application and measurement of program-specific KSFs and KPIs, including financial management, unit cost, schedule, delivery and quality. Communicate effectively and manage expectations within Plexus and with customers to create a successful engagement and product launch.
• Collaborate with Sr. Leadership from Plexus Market Sectors, Engineering Solutions and Manufacturing Operations to understand business needs, customer opportunities, and support business development solutions to successfully execute new programs. Lead funnel management to identify all incoming opportunities in the region to determine appropriate support plans.
• Perform resource management for the regional Program Leadership team to understand resource loading, staffing requirements and recruitment of new Program Leadership resources. Manage Regional Service Center costs and Product Commercialization P&L to ensure fiscal responsibility for the Program Leadership team.

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