Job Description
The Business
Our client is a respected industry-leading manufacturer, providing customers with cutting-edge products and supporting software that drives real value. Their award-winning solutions span a wide range of advanced devices for both commercial and consumer applications. With a strong focus on innovation and reliability, they are committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and delivering products that meet the highest standards across every market they serve.
The Role - NPI Manager
We are seeking an experienced New Product Introduction (NPI) Manager to oversee the launch of new hardware and integrated systems from concept to full-scale production. You will act as the bridge between R&D, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Management to ensure every product meets technical, commercial, and operational readiness requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
* Develop and implement a structured NPI process, including stage gates, deliverables, and governance.
* Lead cross-functional teams to deliver seamless product transitions from design through pilot builds to volume manufacture.
* Ensure manufacturing readiness, validation, and compliance with industry standards.
* Drive continuous improvement in NPI practices to optimize time-to-market, cost, and quality.
* Report progress, risks, and lessons learned to senior stakeholders.
Ideal Profile
* Proven experience managing complex hardware or electro-mechanical projects within time, cost, and quality constraints.
* Strong knowledge of NPI or manufacturing introduction processes.
* Hands-on expertise with design for manufacture (DFM), design for test (DFT), failure mode analysis (DFMEA/PFMEA), validation builds, and production readiness assessments.
* Experience in structured project delivery frameworks (PRINCE2 or equivalent) is advantageous.
* Excellent leadership, organization, and stakeholder communication skills.
* Analytical, detail-oriented, and practical with strong problem-solving abilities.
* Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
What's on Offer
* Enhance Pension scheme
* Generous training and development budget, including conferences, courses, and relevant events
* Career growth and development opportunities within a dynamic, international business
* A supportive, collaborative, and engaging work environment where independence, drive, and initiative are encouraged