Collaborate effectively with Engineering Program Mgmt. teams to understand build requirements for new products supporting bring-up boards for validation and qualification. Support the engineers’ requests on material transition, samples delivery, deviation release.
Manage build schedule shortages impacting CTB (clear to build) and work with materials support team on materials supply risk mitigation.
Effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams including GCM, engineering, manufacturing, to ensure alignment on NPI material requirements and build timelines. Use data analytics to identify and address potential roadblocks or challenges.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance NPI supply chain efficiency and effectiveness. Find opportunities to streamline processes, reduce lead times, and improve overall supply chain performance.
Proactively identify and mitigate supply risks using data analytics. Develop data-driven contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies to minimize the impact of potential disruptions.
Manage consigned material demand in ERP system and follow through with internal teams to ensure consigned materials readiness to schedule, manage the consigned inventory with accurate allocation and excess disposition.
Monitor BOM changes and ensure all changes are identified and loaded accurately through MRP/SAP system.
Consolidate results and provide updates to cross functional teams on material status for all assigned NPI builds. Run review meetings with internal (engineering and operations) and external teams (CMs) to align build schedules.
Prepare and communicate critical Materials availability updates to cross functional leadership teams; maintain executive reports and summaries, providing accurate and timely data to leadership on agreed cadence.
