CI Manager

Primary Function

The Value Creation & CI Manager leads the identification, development, and execution of cost-out initiatives across the NAWT organization. This role partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Product Management to deliver measurable cost reductions while maintaining or improving product performance, quality, and customer value.

Responsibilities

• Lead VAVE Program Strategy.
  • Develop, prioritize, and communicate the VAVE cost-out roadmap using data-driven business criteria.
• Execute Cross-Functional Cost-Out Projects.
  • Drive component redesigns, value analysis, DFM/DFA activities, and supplier-focused cost reduction.
• Financial Modeling & Reporting.
  • Create detailed cost models for material, labor, overhead, tooling, and logistics; validate savings with Finance.
• Guide Structured Problem Solving.
  • Include the 8-Step Problem Solving methodology, RCA, A3 development, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Stakeholder Collaboration.
  • Serve as central communication point between engineering, operations, sourcing, and leadership teams.
• Governance & Compliance.
  • Maintain full documentation, ensure ECN compliance, and champion standardized VAVE processes.
• Lead and Develop Technical Talent.
  • Direct and mentor engineering project managers, designers, and practitioners.
  • Set expectations for execution discipline, documentation rigor, and cross-functional partnership.
• Resource Planning & Alignment.
  • Manage resource allocation across VAVE initiatives.
  • Partner with functional engineering leaders on staffing alignment and project review structures.
• Technical Governance & Mentorship.
  • Lead teams in DFM/DFA, cost modeling, prototyping approaches, and validation.
  • Coach emerging engineers to build long-term organizational capability.

We Offer

• A competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance.
• Company-sponsored life insurance.
• Retirement security savings plan.
• Short- and long-term disability programs.
• Tuition assistance.