Material Management Leader at Ciena

Make a significant impact as the Material Management Leader at Ciena, focusing on new product introductions with a commitment to material readiness, supplier management, and operational transition. This role requires strong collaboration across engineering, procurement, and manufacturing.

Join Ciena, a leading technology company prioritizing people-first values. The successful candidate will have over 8 years of experience in material management and supply planning, supporting NPI from prototype stages to early production ramp. You will apply industry best practices using tools like Kinaxis and Agile to ensure material availability and manage risks effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead material management for NPI programs and ensure readiness

• Oversee clear-to-build processes and manage supplier commitments

• Collaborate with partners to develop build plans and production risks

• Evaluate BOM maturity and lifecycle requirements

• Conduct cross-functional material readiness reviews

Requirements:

• 8+ years in material management or similar roles

• Experience with NPI processes and supply chain functions

• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems

• Ability to interpret complex datasets

• Fluent in English

Drive successful product launches through effective material management and cross-functional collaboration.