Npi Manager

**PURPOSE STATEMENT**:The NPI Manager will be responsible for managing the operational delivery and project management within the New Product Introduction (NPI) function operated by Operations Services.**PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES**:**Operational**:- On-Time and in-Full (OTIF) delivery of all basic and complex projects assigned with high proficiency. Ability to manage complex project independently with mínimal involvement from line manager- NPI update and reporting - ensure alignment between teams on NPI readiness and daily direction setting. Actively participate in discussions with end market and regional teams on new product categories and brand marketing plans- End-to-end project management of NPI deployment- Develop full project plan with input from functional experts. Monitor and manage project schedule as per the project plan- Provide Product Development Team (PDT) with visibility of project status- Clearly articulate decisions required to drive OTIF- Enable informed decision making for Commercial Business Partner i.e. Brands- Assign NPI related project costs to budget holders including tooling, trials/MQS and wms write-off- Incorporate Supply Chain reporting tools and roles to drive wms write-off reduction- Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to develop aligned plans & priorities, resolve project issues and secure support necessary to assure project delivery with the right level of visibility to facilitate informed decision making- Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with Commercial business partners and the NPI Community including Product Development, Product Assurance, Packaging Development, SCIP, Quality, Factory & Regional NPI- Support and contribute to NPI continuous improvement initiatives- Support governance and compliance of the services provided against Operation Services frameworks, as well as ensuring compliance to local data privacy, security and internal controls regulations for the markets served- Proactive continuous improvement activities supporting the Process Owner driven by Delivery Excellence teams- Ensure delivery against all LOS KPIs**Project Management**:- Ensures projects are proceeding according to timelines, and adhering to established operating parameters; negotiates changes in project resources as necessary to achieve objectives and timelines.- Managing project risks and ensure adequate risk mitigation is in place.- Prepares and monitors team’s project cost to budget**Leadership Results**:- To manage, develop, coach and motivate team members, and contribute in accelerating the performance of the function- Ensure timely delivery of all deliverables, included in the project plan.**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**- **Knowledge, Skills & Experience**- The jobholder should be- a strong communicator- able to manage larger project teams- builds partnership with stakeholders- agile when dealing with ambiguity- manages pressure well- has credibility within domain- passion for developing managers and SMEs- Comprehensive understanding of the E2E-processes for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and New Product Introduction (NPI)- Minimum of 6 years of progressive work experience in the operational delivery of these services, ideally in a end markets / shared service center, with senior stakeholder management and project management in an organisation of similar scale.- Minimum Qualifications: Four-year university degree with focus on related areas, or equivalent combination of education and experience- Experiences in Operations (manufacturing or supply chain) would be an added advantage- Excellent communication, people management and change management skills as well as ability to manage relationships professionally- Proven ability to successfully manage projects through strong project management- Good organizational skills with inherent discipline in keeping documentation on projects up-to-date and in order- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with employees at all levels, and an ability to influence effectively without authority - understands and appreciates the merit of collaborative work- Solid understanding of supply chain principles, core processes and systems- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects that vary in complexity and priority- Independent and takes ownership of tasks whilst displaying a skillset for troubleshooting- Disciplined in paperwork and records management to manage healthy, auditable projects- Leadership qualities to champion and guide on the new ways of working- Projects assigned managed professionally in accordance with NPI process and ultimately OTIF delivered- Experience of leading culturally diverse teams- Ability to work in a fast paced environment with different international cultures- Fluent English (verbal and written), Strong MS-Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)- Good eye for details with a “hands-on” and “can do” attitude- Delivery