Supply Chain Transformations Solutions Lead, NPI Operations
Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Hybrid 3-days weekly)
Duration: 12 Months + Extensions
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Role Summary
The Solutions Lead owns the processes and systems behind the NPI prototype lifecycle: build planning, build execution, shipment, deployment, returns and redeployment. They work with NPI operations, product operations, engineering and contract manufacturers (CMs) to shape how NPI is planned, executed and tracked from start to finish.
Responsibilities
- Partner with cross-functional teams and contract manufacturers to gather and prioritize business requirements
- Lead core NPI workflows end to end, from requirements and solution design through launch, user adoption and continuous improvement, across build planning, material readiness, build execution, and shipment and deployment
- Oversee contract manufacturer data integrations (build completion signals and ASNs), monitor data accuracy, completeness and timeliness, and lead root cause analysis and corrective actions on discrepancies
- Drive AI and automation solutions that reduce manual effort and improve speed and accuracy across NPI operations
Minimum Qualifications
- 7-8+ years of experience in NPI, manufacturing operations or product development within high-volume consumer electronics or hardware.
- Deep experience of NPI build phases (EVT/DVT/PVT) and Alternate config management.
- Experience with logistics processes and critical asset tracking and management.
- Excellent in SQL and data analysis to diagnose issues and drive data-informed decisions.
- Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and external partners, solve complex problems, and deliver measurable business impact.
Qualifications
- BS or MS in Industrial, Systems or Manufacturing Engineering.
- Experience with EDI integrations with manufacturing partners.
- Hands-on experience applying AI tools to automate operational workflows.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid in Sunnyvale, CA (3 days each week onsite required)
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