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Director, NPI Supply Chain Operations

Supply ChainSupply ChainFull TimeRemoteLeadTeam 5,001-10,000Since 1985H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

California

Posted

15 hours ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Lead

Bachelor DegreeEnglishERP

Job Description

Director, NPI Supply Chain Operations

Ciena

• Lead NPI supply chain execution from prototype through early ramp • Ensure material availability, supplier readiness, and build schedule alignment • Own the NPI material management process • Partner with EMS and OEM suppliers to establish executable NPI build plans • Drive lifecycle management discipline for new products • Lead cross-functional NPI readiness reviews • Develop the team’s operating cadence, metrics, and escalation process • Serve as the supply chain escalation point for prototype-to-ramp material constraints • Identify and support process improvements

Job Requirements

  • Extensive experience in material management, supply planning, procurement, or product operations
  • A university degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or equivalent
  • Demonstrated experience leading NPI supply chain activities
  • Experience leading people and influencing cross-functional stakeholders
  • Strong working knowledge of Kinaxis and Agile/PLM
  • Thorough understanding of MRP/ERP systems and procurement standards
  • Proven analytical skills
  • Flexible to manage relationships across different time zones
  • Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Some travel required (~15%) to North America and Thailand

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for individual growth, well-being, and belonging

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