New Product Launch Manager ECC - SAM (TM)

"Do you want to be a New Product Launch Manager? These should spark your interest":

* Ensuring a smooth start of production for new products at our international locations;
* Coordination between the project core team and the production plant as well as the central functions;
* Creation of production concepts according to lean aspects as a basis for offers;
* Timely provision of calculation inputs for the acquisition phase of new projects;
* Coordination of the launch team in the production plant in the conception, planning and implementation of the production lines;
* Responsible for the creation and tracking of schedules and budget plans in the product launch;
* Tracking of ramp-up milestones, work packages, results and KPIs;
* Regular reporting of the status of critical launchings to the Head of Operations;
* Supporting the plant in applying for manufacturing investments (Capital Requests);
* Intensive cooperation in the development and design for manufacturing of new products;
* Support with specifications as well as selection and ordering of test and production equipment;
* Optimization and tracking of line performance in the ramp-up phase (safe launch planning);
* Interface for production-related customer communication and support of the plants with customer audits;
* Cross-departmental cooperation with Business Controlling, Central Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, Sales and Program Management.

Job Requirements:

This is what it takes to be successful in New Product Launch Manager position:

* Degree in the field of mechanical engineering, manufacturing technology, electrical engineering or comparable qualifications;
* Professional experience of at least 5 years;
* Sound knowledge of project management and production planning;
* Knowledge of production technology (especially in the field of automotive electronics);
* Basics of business administration required;
* MTM or REFA basic certification desired;
* High resilience, self motived and taking initiative;
* Pronounced methodically structured and reliable way of working;
* Very good teamwork and communication skills;
* Good PC skills (MS Office, MS Teams and MS Project);
* Willingness to travel internationally;
* Very good knowledge of English;

What we offer:

Pay for Performance:

* Achievement Bonuses and Rewards;
* Relocation Bonus for non-Timisoara Residents;
* Recommendation Bonuses for new team members;
* Flexibility Program including flexible hours, mobile work and sabbaticals.

Wellbeing:

* Health & Wellness (Private Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Sport activities etc.);
* Different discounts (glasses, tires, medical, shopping);
* In-house restaurant & coffee corners.

Life-Long Learning:

* Technical, Soft Skills & Leadership trainings;
* Dedicated Programs and Conferences;
* Free Language Courses (English, German, French etc);
* Access to e-learning platforms;
* Career development opportunities (local and international);
* Internal development communities (Experts, Agile Community of Practice, Artificial Intelligence etc).