Business Analyst

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive NPI project plans for board manufacturing, including timelines, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Serve as primary liaison to Contract Manufacturing team.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Track and report on NPI program status, identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Develop build plans and production schedules in collaboration with Business Unit planning and Contract Manufacturing planning teams.
• Monitor and track key manufacturing metrics including yield, cycle time, and quality performance.
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
• Serve as primary Business Unit point of contact for NPI planning activities.
• Prepare and deliver status reports and presentations to program leadership.
• Coordinate with suppliers and Contract Manufacturers on NPI schedule requirements.
• Facilitate communication between global teams across different time zones.
• Create and maintain reports to track NPI progress and KPIs.
• Analyze program data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop data-driven recommendations to improve NPI processes and outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation of NPI activities and lessons learned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in program/project management, manufacturing planning, or operations.
• Experience with NPI processes and board/electronics manufacturing preferred.
• Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects.

Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Data analysis and visualization skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor or electronics manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of PCB/board manufacturing processes and technologies.
• PMP, Six Sigma, or other relevant certifications.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).