NPI Program Manager

* Product line leader for all hydraulic components
* Creates vision and direction for the business and translates it into a series of near term and long-range strategies and functional plans
* Leads team in market research, identifying market/customer requirements leading to new model development and introduction plan
* Execute the NPI Requirements Management Process and deliver critical customer and business requirements
* Collaborate with business partners and develop SMART goals
* Prioritize and manage workload of the team
* Lead and inspire the Hydraulics team to deliver NPI activities efficiently and maximize OPACC
* Ensure clarity of program deliverables, scope, timelines, and delivered results
* Leading the team to successful quality goals related to CPI and warranty
* Evaluate new component salvage projects and techniques. Develop and execute validation plans to ensure salvage projects meeting quality and warranty goals
* Involved in all NPI decisions and activities (concept, design, build, test, release and production)
* Develop the team in a continuous improvement mindset to grow OPACC
* Lead and develop the team to successful collaboration with suppliers on technical issues
* Recruit and develop personnel to secure the talent pipeline for business growth
* Direct leadership responsibility for a global team of engineers and NPI leads
* Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in engineering or business
* 3+ years of leadership experience through direct or in-direct leadership
* Proven business acumen skills
* The position requires knowledge of company products and product applications
* Hydraulic product engineering experience or product understanding
* Ability to solve complex issues or problems through careful analysis and diagnosis
* Prior experience of NPI Programs – program lead, team member, sub-team leader, etc.
* Background in design and manufacturing of hydraulic components
* Experience of gathering, understanding and delivering customer requirements based on market intelligence
* Experience and understanding of Reman processes
* Proven experience collaborating with global teams
* Experience working with suppliers
* Strong commercial, business, engineering, and manufacturing skills with an understanding of product development and supply chain.
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
* Medical, dental, and vision benefits
** Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
** 401(k) savings plans
** Health Savings Account (HSA)
** Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
** Health Lifestyle Programs
** Employee Assistance Program
** Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
** Career Development
** Incentive bonus
** Disability benefits
* Life Insurance
* Parental leave
* Adoption benefits
* Tuition Reimbursement
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