The NPI (New Product Introduction) Project Manager leads the process of bringing new products or processes into production, ensuring they are launched successfully and efficiently. They are responsible for coordinating cross-functional teams, managing project budgets, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities of an NPI Project Manager: Project Planning and Management: Developing and managing project plans, timelines, budgets, and deliverables for NPI programs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Leading and coordinating cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and marketing, to ensure alignment and successful execution.
Stakeholder Management: Communicating project status, risks, and decisions to stakeholders, including senior management and customers.
Budget Management: Managing project budgets, tracking financial expenditures, and ensuring compliance with budget constraints
Quality Assurance: Ensuring that new products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements throughout the introduction process.
Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks to ensure successful launch.
Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Problem Solving: Addressing and resolving issues that arise during the NPI process.
Documentation: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and budgets.
Training and Development: Supporting the development of project management and operational excellence skills within the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as the central point of contact for all NPI project tracking, communication, and documentation.
Create and maintain NPI project timelines, task trackers, and action item lists in coordination with engineering and operations.
Assist with document control, including the organization and routing of prints, BOMs, routers, and work instructions.
Input and manage data in ERP and PLM systems related to NPI part numbers, assemblies, materials, and routings.
Support material planning and procurement tracking in coordination with supply chain and purchasing.
Schedule and facilitate NPI status meetings, ensuring clear documentation of updates and decisions.
Help prepare internal and external presentations or reports for leadership, customers, or quality audits.
Follow up on outstanding items to keep NPI projects moving forward smoothly.

Skills and Qualifications:

Strong Project Management Skills: Experience in planning, organizing, and managing projects, including developing project plans, schedules, and budgets.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to effectively work with and lead cross-functional teams.
Technical Knowledge: Understanding of manufacturing processes, product development, and quality control.
Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Leadership Skills: Ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve project goals.
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify, assess, and resolve project issues.
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.