Overview:
Are you a seasoned project leader with a proven track record in New Product Introduction (NPI)? Do you thrive at the intersection of R&D and Operations, ensuring seamless collaboration across functions? We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Manager to drive the execution of NPI projects, ensuring a smooth transition from concept to manufacturing.
In this role, you will be at the heart of innovation, engineering, and operational excellence, leading cross-functional teams to bring new products to life with precision and efficiency.
Responsibilities:
* Cross-Functional Leadership - Spearhead collaboration between R&D, Operations, and Business teams, ensuring alignment in engineering, planning, procurement, and production to optimize product introduction.
* NPI Execution & Strategy - Lead a team of professionals, overseeing product realization plans, sourcing strategies, costing models, BOM structures, and engineering change processes.
* Process Enhancement - Partner with R&D and Quality teams to refine NPI frameworks, improving planning, stage-gate management, and execution efficiency.
* Project Management Excellence - Develop integrated project timelines, track milestones, manage dependencies, and ensure critical-path activities are addressed proactively.
* Decision-Making & Stakeholder Engagement - Facilitate discussions, drive scenario planning, and ensure teams operate with clarity, alignment, and urgency.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, management, or equivalent experience. A higher-level degree and PMP certification are preferred.
Experience & Expertise
* Extensive cross-functional experience in NPI, collaborating across R&D, Operations, and Business to drive successful product introductions.
* Proven track record in delivering complex, multi-geography projects within a matrix organization.
* Expertise in product lifecycle management, risk assessment, and project governance.
* Strong working knowledge of MS Project, Jira, and other planning tools.
* Experience with Agile & Lean methodologies, ideally in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Key Competencies
* Highly adept at negotiation, stakeholder management, and decision-making in complex environments.
* Operates with clarity, confidence, and a continuous improvement mindset.
* Able to influence senior leadership and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
* Strong technical acumen with an ability to connect strategy to execution.
What We Offer
In addition to a competitive salary, we provide:
* Flexible working arrangements
* 25 days of annual leave
* Attractive employer pension contribution
* Life assurance & income protection
* Private medical coverage
At Waters, we empower leaders to drive innovation, build strong cross-functional relationships, and deliver exceptional results. If you're ready to take your NPI expertise to the next level, we'd love to hear from you!
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