Responsibilities: Lead NPDI projects through all seven phases and gates: Approve Idea Approve Concept Approve Development Approve Launch Approve Market Introduction Approve Business Performance Approve Project Closure
Manage cross-functional project teams spanning Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Advanced Manufacturing, Services, and General Offering Management
Own the project schedule, gate deliverables, and advancement checklists in Smartsheet; maintain the standard Smartsheet directory and SharePoint structure
Execute the Product Cost Process using standard templates; track actual vs. target cost and Max Cost targets at each gate milestone
Manage the Business Case Calculator (BCC) and revenue model; ensure Revenue, Margin, VCM, Gross Margin, Product Cost, Price, and Volume metrics are on track
Coordinate with Procurement NPDI Leads on Strategic Sourcing Analysis, BOM Health Scorecards, and Single/Sole Source mitigation plans
Provision new projects: name, number, Smartsheet directory, SharePoint site, dashboard, contact lists, and standard schedule
Manage project risks, issues, and action items; maintain a current Risk & Issues Log and elevate blockers to program leadership
Coordinate Technology Readiness Level (TRL) assessments with engineering teams at key gate transitions
Support manufacturing readiness planning and SIOP demand forecasting as products approach commercial launch




Report project status to product line leaders and central PMO leadership; present at gate review meetings
Drive continuous improvement in NPDI process tools, templates, and governance standards
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field; MBA preferred
5 years of Experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain, supporting new product or engineering driven programs.
Demonstrated experience managing stage-gate or phase-gate product development processes end-to-end
Proficiency with Smartsheet, MS Project, or equivalent project management tools
Experience with cross-functional team leadership across engineering, procurement, operations, and commercial functions
Strong knowledge of BOM management, product costing methodologies, and supply chain readiness activities
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronic), Supply Chain Operations and/or Business is preferred.
Travel Time Required: Ability to work overtime and travel (domestically and internationally) up to 10% is required.
Ability to work as per Project priorities and take after hours calls as necessary.

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