Job Purpose
As a Staff Program Manager, NPI, at VulcanForms Inc., your main objective is to manage one or more customers’ portfolio of programs from program award through launch and sustaining. You will partner with VulcanForms internal teams to execute each program and act as the primary working level interface to our customers.
Key Responsibilities
Manage large-scale, complex new product introduction (NPI) programs and/or multiple NPI projects involving internal and external stakeholders
Partner with the assigned NPI Lead to support program execution and NPI efforts, ensuring deliverables align with internal and external customer requirements
Identify and assess areas of risk, escalate issues in a timely manner, and drive solution development
Provide regular project updates (written and verbal) to internal and external stakeholders
Define and communicate the program critical path to support cross-functional alignment and focus
Support development and tracking of program budgets, including resource planning
Collaborate with other project managers contributing to the same program
Create and maintain program scope, schedule, budget, and risk tracking tools; support meeting cadence to maintain team alignment and address issues
Plan and facilitate customer meetings, visits, and workshops as needed
Support resolution of program risks and issues
7+ years of experience managing complex new product development/introduction projects or programs
Strong familiarity with manufacturing process qualification procedures such as PPAP, IQ/OQ/PQ, capability studies, and measurement systems analysis
Experience working with cross-functional teams including process development, manufacturing, quality, and operations
Proven experience managing external/customer relationships
Self-motivated with a sense of urgency and ability to manage competing priorities
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Project
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting to a range of audiences
Interest in the metal additive manufacturing industry and working in a fast-paced environment; startup experience is a plus
Willingness to travel occasionally to customers and suppliers, including internationally
VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.
The annual base salary range for this position is $130,909 to $180,000.
Job description provided by VulcanForms.
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