NPI Program Manager

Who We Are

At CPC (Colder Products Company) were not just connecting fluid lines were connecting people ideas and possibilities. For nearly 50 years weve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics) medical industrial and chemical handling markets.

But what sets us apart Our people.

Were a team of problem-solvers innovators and forward thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration creativity and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul with over 700 employees in 14 countries were growing fast and we want you to grow with us!

Your Role

Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise ideas and career growth As our next NPI Program Manager youll be at the forefront of shaping our organizations success. This isnt just a job its a career move where youll thrive learn and enjoy coming to work.

Summary: The New Product Innovation (NPI) Program Manager is responsible for providing supply chain leadership to support new product development in a cross-functional team environment which would includestrategic planning commodity expertise supplier selection cost and capital management risk assessment and mitigation and acting as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Establish the organizational structure systems and processes required to support NPI across all CPC business units.
• Lead mentor and drive high-performance outcomes within the team to support schedule adherence surrounding NPI deliverables.
• Develop strategies that improve the sourcing of components to support the new product design and development process and the associated critical timelines for each business unit.
• Provide commodity knowledge and market expertise for but not limited to machining metal fab and injection molding to cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products manage engineering change and eliminate production inefficiencies.
• Establish and maintain alignment with cross functional team members in Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing to ensure responsibilities are executed to support NPI.
• Lead supplier selection to incorporate new technologies and manufacturing methods.
• Direct efforts to prevent and resolve complex supply chain problems while acting as a critical path lead on prototypes and pilot projects.
• Develop and maintain material cost tracking models to ensure alignment with financial expectations.
• Establish and manage supplier relationships to provide the best competitive advantage and utilization of the companys annual spend.
• Negotiate to provide the lowest total cost.
• Comply with all Quality policies while continuously identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Support the process of ISO ASI and other certifications deemed necessary by the business.
• Maintain and optimize the ERP system to improve efficiency and reporting.
• Adhere to all safety regulations.
• Demonstrate support of CPC core values.
• Perform other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.
• 10 years of strategic sourcing experience.
• Minimum of 5-7 years in a supervisory capacity within Supply Chain.
• Proven expertise in category management contract negotiation supplier relationship management and cost-saving initiatives.
• Proficient skills navigating large-scale ERP systems and PowerBI; Oracle preferred.
• Strong communication skills attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks independently or within a team.
• In-depth understanding of manufacturing technologies.
• Experience with suppliers in plastics metals or related fields preferred.
• Strong communication skills attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks independently or within a team.
• Creative problem solver. Able to analyze and resolve problems using initiative.
• Self-motivated and confident. Comfortable to work independently as well as within cross-functional teams.
• Able to balance many tasks and conflicting priorities.
• Astute organizational skills with drive to meet deliverables in a timely manner. Attention to detail and accuracy. High level of a sense of urgency.
• High degree of computer proficiency including software applications of Microsoft Word Outlook PowerPoint and advanced Excel.
• Experience working in a global multi-site manufacturing company preferred.
• Experience working in medical device or other regulated industry preferred.

Travel:

• Domestic and international travel up to 10%

Why Youll Love Working Here

Our Culture

At CPC our people arent just employees theyre the driving force behind our success. Weve built a culture rooted in respect collaboration and integrity where every voice matters and innovation thrives. Its not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 5x in the past 6 years because we genuinely care about our employees growth well-being and success. This isnt just a workplace; its a community where youll feel valued empowered and inspired to do your best work every day.

Growth & Development

We invest in you. Whether youre looking to expand your skills take on new challenges or advance your career were here to support you. We offer:

• Mentorship hands-on training and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
• Tuition Assistance to support continued education plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees.
• A Co-Op and intern program in partnership with several universities for hands-on industry experience.
• Recognition programs that celebrate your contributions from employee loyalty awards to peer-to-peer recognition.

Because when you succeed we all succeed.

Work/Life Balance

We get it work is important but so is life outside of it. Thats why CPC ensures you have the time and flexibility to live recharge and give back. Our programs include:

• Multiple paid-time off programs including PTO company-paid holidays bereavement leave and paid volunteer time to support causes you care about.
• Paid Parental Leave so you can focus on what matters most.
• Wellness support including access to in-person and online advisors for mental financial and overall well-being.

We believe that a balanced fulfilled team creates the best workplace.

Benefits & Compensation

At CPC we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health financial security and overall well-being including but not limited to:

• Health & Wellness:
  • Comprehensive Medical Dental Vision coverage starting day one for you and your family.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans.
  • Company-paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance for added security.
  • Onsite gym & wellness programs to help stay active and healthy.
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401k plan with automatic employer contributions starting on day one plus profit-sharing to invest in your future.
  • Referral bonuses get rewarded for connecting talented friends and family to CPC job openings.
• Pay Range: $130000.00-$145000.00 / Annually
  • This range is the pay scale for this role in Minnesota. Individual compensation is based on skills experience and qualifications related to this position.
• Bonus Eligibility: Yes

Join Us

If youre ready to be part of an innovative team that values connection and collaboration we want to hear from you!

We consider several job-related non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position including but not limited to the positions responsibilities a candidates work experience a candidates education/training the positions location and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package of eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption surrogacy and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits parental military jury duty and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off including 10 paid holidays per calendar year paid time off beginning at 120 hours annually tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability age genetic information or any other factors prohibited by law.

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This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Minnesota : Arden Hills

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: $130000.00-$145000.00 / Annually

Sub Division :Operations

Job Requisition ID :63227

Job Function : Manufacturing & Operations; Supply Chain & Procurement

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