NPI Materials Manager
Core
Drive supply chain readiness and execution for new hardware products from prototype through production launch.
Role type
Senior NPI Materials Manager
Builds
New hardware networking products for data center and campus environments
Domain
Networking hardware / Supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supply chain execution, BOM management, supplier engagement, cross-functional collaboration, process optimization, ERP proficiency
Preferred skills
Hardware NPI experience, product development cycle knowledge, analytical thinking, influence without authority
Technologies
NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Spreadsheets
Responsibilities
Drive supply chain readiness across EVT/DVT phases, establish best practices for BOM and material tracking, manage key supplier relationships, develop escalation paths for sourcing decisions, lead continuous improvement initiatives for NPI workflows
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC