New Product Development Manager

Description

• Serves as the primary supply chain point of contact (POC) for all NPD project launches.
• Manages the supply chain for NPD projects and purchased BOM components from quote through FAI approval
• Provides direction regarding print and design review, technical publication interpretation, appropriate source selection in coordination with Global Sourcing, and price/terms negotiation for new products
• Involves suppliers early in design stages to optimize design and reduce cost throughout the NPD process
• Ensures that expected lead times and schedules support production launch and/or cost savings targets. Develops schedules with critical milestones to track and broadcast progress within project team updates
• Ensures all purchased components on NPD BOMs are loaded correctly in SAP
• Monitors short and long-term material requirements needs, develops and implements effective plans to assure material availability and capacity at selected supplier for NPD projects
• Maintains product costs within established goals for each component and overall BOM
• Manage approval process for new suppliers through the NPD process and cost savings initiatives
• Maintains an in-depth working knowledge of computerized manufacturing systems: SAP, MRP, Bill of Material structure, Kanban, JIT and Lean Manufacturing concepts
• Actively works to develop new qualified and cost effect sources of supply when a new service, process or component is identified. This also applies to new strategic low-cost country initiatives gaining support and buy-in from Global Sourcing, Site Supply Chain Leaders, and Engineering
• Takes a proactive role in continuous improvement of SAP and maintaining data integrity and parameters
• Leads design engineering feedback and support on cost savings efforts and works closely with the Director of Global Sourcing to establish the sourcing points of contact for associated supplier bids, competitive negotiations, analysis, and PO coordination with the purchasing team
• Ensures that central POC's for identifying alternative sourcing options for obsolete, out-of-stock, and single-sourced materials in support of production are identified
• Provides thorough sourcing analysis and on-site engineering support for supplier on-boarding, VAVE reviews, quality issues, production launch meetings, etc.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS in Engineering
• Minimum of 8-10 years' experience in engineering with procurement, sourcing, and operations experience within manufacturing operations
• Minimum of 3 years leading a team and driving concurrent projects
• Understanding of Supply Chain Management
• Understanding of Finance/Cost Accounting
• Advanced user of SAP, Excel, power point and databases
• Experience in ERP systems, SAP desired

Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $130000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2025.
About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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