Supply Chain Planning Manager NPI
Develop demand forecasts and material plans for laboratory equipment, engineering components, prototype parts, and consumables. Coordinate with engineering, research, development, operations, and procurement teams; monitor material readiness and supplier commitments; analyse shortages and supply risks; perform scenario analysis; and support new product introduction, engineering builds, and prototype development.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain demand forecasts and material plans
- Coordinate supply chain processes with engineering, R&D, and operations teams
- Partner with procurement to source and deliver critical materials and components
- Monitor material readiness, inventory levels, and supplier commitments
- Analyse material shortages, excess inventory, and supply risks
- Implement mitigation plans to prevent schedule impacts
- Translate project roadmaps, build schedules, and engineering changes into material plans
- Perform scenario analysis for lead times, constraints, demand fluctuations, and schedule changes
- Support NPI, engineering builds, and prototype development
Requirements
- Over 5 years of supply chain management experience, preferably in the high-tech industry
- Experience supporting engineering, R&D, laboratory operations, prototype builds, or NPI programs
- Understanding of supply chain planning, demand forecasting, and inventory management
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Excel including VBA, data modeling, automation, and ERP systems
- Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or Superset
- Communication and reporting skills
- Hardware product-related sourcing experience
Benefits
- Joining a world-class team leading advancements in AI innovation
- A collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives
- Opportunities to work on ambitious projects and new technology
- A role directly contributing to groundbreaking AI developments