New Product Introduction (NPI) Project Manager Location: Send, near Woking, Surrey Job Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE + production bonus Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with flexible start and finish times Benefits for NPI Project Manager * Up to £50,000 basic salary, dependent on experience * Additional production-related bonus * 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays * Company pension scheme * Private medical insurance after probation * Health cash plan and life assurance after probation * Company sick pay and Cycle to Work scheme after probation * Free on-site parking and EV charging * Free on-site gym, yoga and fitness sessions * Training and professional development opportunities Introduction for NPI Project Manager Industrial Connected Talent is supporting an established engineering and manufacturing technology business in the search for a New Product Introduction (NPI) Project Manager. This role focuses on managing new product development projects from initial concept through to manufacturing release and production launch. You will coordinate engineering, manufacturing, purchasing and quality teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required technical standards. Responsibilities for NPI Project Manager As NPI Project Manager, you will take ownership of an established project portfolio, managing milestones, resources, risks and delivery schedules. You will work closely with engineering leadership and internal departments to coordinate product development, prototype builds and successful new product introductions. * Plan and manage NPI projects from concept through to production launch * Develop project schedules, milestones, budgets and resource plans * Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, quality and external suppliers * Manage project risks, dependencies, stage-gate reviews and reporting * Oversee prototype builds, testing, verification and manufacturing readiness * Maintain project documentation, BOMs and progress updates using project management systems Requirements for NPI Project Manager The ideal candidate will have experience managing engineering, manufacturing or new product development projects. You should be highly organised, commercially aware and confident coordinating multiple projects and stakeholders within a technical environment. * Experience managing NPI, engineering or manufacturing projects * Strong project planning, scheduling and risk management skills * Experience coordinating cross-functional engineering and production teams * Knowledge of product development, prototyping and manufacturing processes * Experience using project management software such as Wrike, MS Project or similar * Understanding of ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing documentation * Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver against deadlines Desirable Experience for NPI Project Manager * Experience with structured NPI processes and stage-gate project management * Background in precision engineering, electronics, optical systems or technical manufacturing * Knowledge of prototype development, BOM management and supplier coordination * Understanding of CE marking, product testing and verification * Experience improving project management processes and reporting systems
Npi Engineer in Send employer: Industrial Connected Talent
As an Internal Sales Engineer at our UK-based company, you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that champions flexibility and personal development. We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits including a bonus scheme and car allowance, and a supportive culture that prioritises employee well-being and growth opportunities, making us an exceptional employer in the industrial automation sector.
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