Senior Principal Technical Product Manager
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Collaborate with Product Line Management and R&D Management to generate development schedules that achieve key project milestones, NPI deliverables, business requirements, and customer satisfaction.
Manage cross-functional team to procure material, assemble and test product, complete internal qualification testing, ship qualifiable samples to customers, and launch early-stage ramp in the factory.
Escort CPO/NPO products through R&D NPI Phase Gate process, meet NPI deliverable, and deliver qualified products to the global Operations team.
Primary team interface working with design team, internal support groups, operations team, and marketing; be a catalyst for engagement.
Manage the project schedule, communicate status, highlight gaps to plan to stakeholders and management.
Set, manage, and communicate expectations to the project team, management, and other stakeholders.
Identify and manage project resource constraints, dependencies, and critical paths to accomplish the program goals; resolve issues.
Manage material supply to ensure build configuration and schedule will support required NPI deliverables.
Regular communication with global manufacturing and supply chain team members.
Light travel for development activities: global team coordination, product transfer, and problem resolution.
Education & Experience
BS/MS in an engineering or science discipline plus 5+ years of relevant experience
Experience with CPO, optical transceivers or components desirable
Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and/or Product Lifecycle Management processes
Experience successfully managing cross-functional teams, interacting with a broad range of functions, skills, cultures, and personalities.
Skills & Other Requirements
Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and risk management skills.
Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
Previous experience as an engineer in R&D or Operations a strong advantage
Highest level of self-motivation with a strong multi-disciplinary background is essential.
Experience with Microsoft Office suite required.
Experience with Oracle, Agile, and MS Project desirable.
Working Conditions
This position is on-site full time. May require occasional off-site meetings or travel
Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the executive’s needs
Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.
Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.
Quality And Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp:
- Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
- Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
- Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
- Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
- Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
About Us
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets.
Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program.
It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth.
Come Join Us!