Product Introduction Manager Job at Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (Oakland)

Project Manager Product Development Heat Exchangers – New Product Introduction Division

The AKG Group has been a specialist in the field of heat transfer since 1919. Wi...

Location

Germany , Hofgeismar

Salary:

Not provided

AKG Termoteknik Sistemler

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in mechanical engineering, refrigeration engineering, process engineering, or a similar technical field
Several years of experience in product development of heat exchangers, thermal components, or related technologies in industry
In-depth knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
Excellent communication and presentation skills in German and English
Experience in project management of interdisciplinary teams

Job Responsibility

Managing product development projects for heat exchangers and systems from the concept phase to series production
Designing, evaluating, and optimizing heat exchangers and components relevant to AKG in cooling and refrigerant circuits
Acting as a technical interface and working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners to develop innovative solutions
Support in conducting and evaluating tests and simulations to assess product performance, efficiency, and reliability
Support in creating and maintaining technical documentation, specifications, and reports, as well as in training internal teams and customers
Actively contributing new ideas for the further development of the product portfolio—ideally leading to patentable solutions

What we offer

Long-term prospects
Team spirit that connects
Technology that inspires
Career growth on site
Stability with purpose
Local impact, global reach

Fulltime

New Product Introduction Manager

We are looking for an experienced New Product Introduction (NPI) Manager to join...

Location

United Kingdom , Chipping Norton

Salary:

50000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

PLANET RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in New Product Introduction (NPI), Product Development, or New Product Development (NPD)
Experience managing the process of taking a product from concept to production
Mechanically minded with the ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings
Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Strong project management and organisational skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments
A proactive, solution-focused mindset

Job Responsibility

Manage the end-to-end New Product Introduction (NPI) process, from concept through to production and launch
Work closely with engineering, design, production, and commercial teams to ensure smooth product development
Review and interpret technical drawings and design documentation to support product development and manufacturability
Coordinate prototype development, testing, and validation activities
Ensure new products are developed in line with cost, quality, and time objectives
Identify and resolve potential technical or production challenges during the development process
Support the transition of products from development into full-scale production
Maintain clear project timelines and ensure stakeholders are kept informed throughout the process
Continuously look for opportunities to improve product development and NPI processes

What we offer

Competitive salary of £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience
Opportunity to play a key role in developing and launching new products
Collaborative and innovative working environment
Career progression opportunities within a growing business

Fulltime

Manager, Food Product Introduction

Product Introduction Manager is responsible for managing the development and com...

Location

United States , San Diego

Salary:

131000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Year

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Project Management or related discipline and a minimum of 2 years of experience in product management, product development, food manufacturing, or relevant field required
Project Management certificate is preferred
Experience in Early Management of TPM is preferred
Practical experience with managing complex, cross-functional projects specifically in Frozen Foods Industry preferred
Experience using Project Management software to build timelines and manage resources, risks, and costs
Excellent written, communication and organizational skills
Ability to achieve business results with colleagues of diverse levels, functional expertise, skills, and priorities: effective as both a team player and a team leader
Must communicate with Management with timely, candid, and accurate information, options, and recommendations
Capability to juggle numerous projects at once, work well under deadline pressure, and the ability to prioritize workload against deadlines and strategic importance of programs
Willingness to travel to other facilities in support of product development, product transfer, process improvement, and cost reduction projects is required

Job Responsibility

Develop project teams and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support company product and process launch and sustainment initiatives
Initiate, direct and manage the design, testing, development, qualification, verification and modification of products and processes from conception to implementation, while ensuring manufacturability of the concept
Communicate project status, critical path tasks, and escalate any project delays with proposed solutions to Plant Leadership team
Facilitate and evaluate project risk management, and develop teams and processes to mitigate risk (JEM)
Facilitate internal project team meetings and calls with external vendors
Escalate project issues and risks to functional and cross functional Management in a timely fashion
Create and maintain accurate product bill of materials, routings, flow charts, process control and centerline documentation for new and updated products in compliance with ISO/SQF and other applicable management systems
Evaluate current production processes, manufacturing equipment, and labor and recommend process development and efficiency improvements to R&D, Operations, and technical support teams
Collaborate with personnel across Product Introduction and other key functions (e.g., R&D, purchasing, finance, legal, product introduction teams) to ensure alignment around key business objectives
Collaborate with TPM teams to integrate projects into TPM systems (e.g., Autonomous Maintenance, Proactive Maintenance, Focused Improvement, Early Management)

Fulltime

Principal Technical Program Manager - New Product Introduction

The Microsoft Customer Experience & Success (CE&S) organization is responsible f...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

139900.00 - 274800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years’ experience in engineering, product/technical program management, or product development OR equivalent experience
1+ years people management experience
3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects
Bachelor's Degree AND 12+ years’ experience engineering, product/technical program management, or product development OR equivalent experience
4+ years people management experience
8+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects
1+ year(s) of experience reading and/or writing code (e.g., sample documentation, product demos)
3+ years of experience in management consulting
Demonstrated experience driving new product into (NPI), support readiness, launch quality, or operational programs with executive visibility
Technical understanding of Microsoft products and solution areas

Job Responsibility

You will deliver the successful transformation of the NPI process landing changes within the NPI team and with Engineering, Marketing, Customer Success Unit (CSU), Customer Service and Support (CSS), and ISD - consulting
You will manage day-to-day operations that ensure Day Zero readiness across the release of all new products and features across solution areas as well as end of support readiness to drive customer experience and accelerate time to value
You will proactively identify readiness risks and drive corrective actions ahead of launch
You will build trusted relationships with stakeholders across CE&S and in Engineering, Marketing, and elsewhere across Microsoft and communicate readiness status, tradeoffs, and risks with clarity and credibility (including to Vice President (VP) and Corporate Vice President (CVP) level audiences)
You will influence decisions on launch timing, management of End of Support (EOS) and risk mitigation strategies using data driven insights and field signals
You will apply technical judgment across the full spectrum of product releases including Security, Identity, Compliance, Cloud, and AI Platforms
You will lead, coach, and develop team managers and establish a culture within the NPI organization of technical depth, customer orientation, and continuous learning and innovation

Fulltime

Manager Manufacturing, New Product Introduction

In this vital role you will act as the Manager for the New Product Introduction ...

Location

United States , Holly Springs

Salary:

126376.00 - 159170.00 USD / Year

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience
Associate’s degree and 10 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience
Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience
Master’s degree and 3 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience
Doctorate degree

Job Responsibility

Directly manage a team of NPI leads responsible for introduction of new products and/or advanced technologies into the plant
Proactively assess the NPI team capabilities to meet the evolving drug substance supply needs
Lead team meetings and drive alignment in business processes across the team
Coordinate with PD, DSTE, Supply Chain, Planning, Facilities and Engineering, Quality as well as Manufacturing for the introduction of new products, process changes and improvements and/or advanced technologies into the plant
Champions Lean Transformation and OE initiatives, facilitates the drive towards continuous improvement in the plant and tracks progress on a plant level
Collaborate with Regulatory and Quality partners to ensure compliance of team change control records/documents and respond to regulatory questions and/or audit findings
Drive a culture of inspection readiness across the team
Interacts with management in planning, developing, and maintaining budget
Assist in developing and maintaining department goals
Interact with regulatory agencies as needed

What we offer

Competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards

Fulltime

New

Sr Product Manager (Device)

This is where creativity meets strategy. As a member of the Baxter Marketing tea...

Location

Taiwan , Taipei

Salary:

Not provided

Baxter

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 5 years marketing/sales working experience in medical devices / healthcare industry with 3+ years hands-on experience in marketing
Proven track record for consistency in performance within sales or marketing function
Strategic thinking, innovative and strong analytical skills to drive marketing plans
Leadership skills to drive marketing plan executional excellence
Solid skills in KOL management and customer advocacy development
Able to work with cross functional team to drive results
Good interpersonal & presentation skills
Fluent in both English and Mandarin
Bachelor's degree in Healthcare or equivalent, Master degree preferred

Job Responsibility

Responsible for developing and managing the marketing program for the successful introduction and commercialization of the Front Line Care & Care and Connectivity Solutions product line in Taiwan
Developing and implementing strategic and tactical plans for the assigned product line
Primary focus is on the day-to-day management of the assigned product, including programs, promotional materials, tracking and managing competitive activity etc. (75%)
To develop marketing strategy and execution plans to promote assigned product/branding and support premium pricing strategy
To work closely with sales team and other cross function members to ensure the execution of marketing plans, while it’s in compliance with company policy and external regulations
To coordinate with other departments to ensure the timely support obtaining and efficient marketing operation
To facilitate new product availability analysis, pre-launch and after launch operation
To track market profile: customer information, market news/information, health care policy, competitors, etc
To build professional relationships and partnerships with key customers, healthcare professionals, associations and government healthcare officials through marketing programs. (15%)
To facilitate effective marketing communication between local market and regional GBU. (10%)

What we offer

Support for Parents
Continuing Education/ Professional Development
Employee Heath & Well-Being Benefits
Paid Time Off
2 Days a Year to Volunteer

Fulltime

New

Sr Product Manager (Device)

This is where creativity meets strategy. As a member of the Baxter Marketing tea...

Location

Taiwan , Taipei

Salary:

Not provided

Baxter

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 5 years marketing/sales working experience in medical devices / healthcare industry with 3+ years hands-on experience in marketing
Proven track record for consistency in performance within sales or marketing function
Strategic thinking, innovative and strong analytical skills to drive marketing plans
Leadership skills to drive marketing plan executional excellence
Solid skills in KOL management and customer advocacy development
Able to work with cross functional team to drive results
Good interpersonal & presentation skills
Fluent in both English and Mandarin
Bachelor's degree in Healthcare or equivalent, Master degree preferred

Job Responsibility

Responsible for developing and managing the marketing program for the successful introduction and commercialization of the Front Line Care & Care and Connectivity Solutions product line in Taiwan
Developing and implementing strategic and tactical plans for the assigned product line
day-to-day management of the assigned product, including programs, promotional materials, tracking and managing competitive activity etc.
To develop marketing strategy and execution plans to promote assigned product/branding and support premium pricing strategy
To work closely with sales team and other cross function members to ensure the execution of marketing plans, while it’s in compliance with company policy and external regulations
To coordinate with other departments to ensure the timely support obtaining and efficient marketing operation
To facilitate new product availability analysis, pre-launch and after launch operation
To track market profile: customer information, market news/information, health care policy, competitors, etc
To build professional relationships and partnerships with key customers, healthcare professionals, associations and government healthcare officials through marketing programs
To facilitate effective marketing communication between local market and regional GBU

What we offer

Support for Parents
Continuing Education/ Professional Development
Employee Heath & Well-Being Benefits
Paid Time Off
2 Days a Year to Volunteer

Fulltime

New

Product Manager - Workshop Tools

We are seeking a commercially minded Product Manager to take ownership of our Wo...

Location

United Kingdom , Milton Keynes

Salary:

Not provided

NAPA Auto Parts

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience within Product Management, Category Management or a commercial product-focused role
Strong analytical and commercial skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute category growth strategies
Analyse market trends, customer demand and competitor activity
Identify opportunities for range expansion, rationalisation and innovation
Monitor category sales, margin and performance metrics
Deliver recommendations to improve profitability and market share
Own the complete product lifecycle from introduction through to end-of-life
Lead new product introductions and range development projects
Ensure accurate product data and maintenance of ERP systems
Manage product pricing, positioning and market competitiveness
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships

What we offer

Opportunity to manage a strategically important category
Work for one of Europe's largest automotive aftermarket businesses
Exposure to leading global suppliers and brands
Career development opportunities within AAG and Genuine Parts Company
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Competitive salary and benefits package

Fulltime

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