Value Stream Manager – NPI Operations Lead

Responsibilities

• Establish key elements of strategic and tactical operational plans
• Prepare forecasts and monthly sales performance status reports
• Ensure alignment with customer program objectives
• Formulate and drive action plans, root cause analyses, corrective actions, recovery plans, and projections based on program metrics and status analysis
• Manage and coordinate production sites to ensure delivery to end customers
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, alongside the Value Stream Lead, for operational discussions
• Establish robust control and reporting systems to monitor progress against plans and business metrics
• Contribute to the Program Production Plan
• Must be willing and able to travel 20% or more as required

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• Must be a US citizen
• Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one work area
• Working experience within the aerospace industry or a similar manufacturing environment preferred
• New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI) experience preferred
• Prior experience managing projects/programs involving electronic components, systems, or manufacturing processes strongly preferred
• Experience in a customer-facing role desired
• Experience with basic production configuration management, planning principles, and ERP system tools (e.g., SAP)