Head - NPI & PM
Core
Lead multiple programs and projects across functions to ensure timely delivery of results aligned with business strategy, driving seamless planning and execution for new product introductions and global engineering/procurement hubs.
Role type
Senior Program & New Product Introduction (NPI) Manager
Builds
New product variants, global engineering and procurement hubs, cost optimization projects
Domain
Manufacturing (Automotive, Heavy Engineering, Industrial, Mining)
Required skills
NPI framework governance, cross-functional leadership, techno-commercial change management, risk mitigation, executive stakeholder management, talent development, ERP proficiency, make-or-buy analysis, cost control, matrix organization management
Preferred skills
MBA, international multi-stakeholder management exposure
Technologies
ERP systems, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Establish and govern NPI frameworks from prototype to mass production, lead alignment across engineering/operations/procurement for operational readiness, manage end-to-end engineering change processes and optimize QCD metrics, identify and resolve supply chain bottlenecks, serve as SPOC for assigned programs, mentor team members and build succession pipelines
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
