NPI Logistics Planning Manager
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Job Location:
Hayward, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Inventory Planning Manager New Part Introduction (NPI) to lead a team of inventory and transportation planners supporting new product and part launches across our manufacturing operations. This role is critical to ensuring the seamless introduction of new parts and programs into production enabling on-time builds smooth ramps and zero disruption during launch phases.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience in manufacturing planning and NPI execution strong SAP expertise and proven leadership in cross-functional environments. This individual will partner closely with Engineering Program Management Procurement Production Logistics and Finance to ensure new parts are planned sourced and positioned correctly from prototype through volume production.
In this role you will:
- Lead inventory and material planning for new parts and new product introductions from early engineering builds through production ramp and steady-state.
- Develop and execute NPI inventory strategies that balance supply assurance cost and working capital during highly dynamic launch phases.
- Ensure material readiness to support prototype builds pilot runs SOP launches and ramp milestones without line stoppages or launch delays.
- Drive planning accuracy and visibility in SAP (S/4HANA) including MRP setup lead times safety stock lot sizing and part master data for new parts.
- Partner closely with Engineering and Program teams to manage BOM releases engineering change orders (ECOs) and revision control during NPI.
- Collaborate with Procurement and suppliers to validate sourcing readiness capacity and lead times for new components.
- Oversee inbound and outbound transportation planning for NPI materials ensuring timely and cost-effective movement aligned with launch schedules.
- Identify and mitigate material risks related to supplier readiness long lead-time components and ramp volatility.
- Establish and track NPI-specific KPIs to measure launch readiness planning accuracy material availability and post-launch stabilization.
- Guide the transition of parts from NPI into standard production planning and inventory management processes.
- Lead mentor and develop a team of planners focused on high-urgency high-complexity launch execution.
- Champion cross-functional communication and alignment ensuring stakeholders have clear visibility into NPI material status risks and mitigation plans.
Travel: up to 25% may be required (including international travel)
Qualifications:
- 8 years of experience in inventory management materials planning or supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment.
- 2 years of experience leading or supervising planning or logistics teams.
- Demonstrated experience supporting new part introductions product launches or manufacturing ramps.
- Strong working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA including MRP inventory management and master data setup.
- Experience working directly with suppliers to support launch readiness and evolving build requirements.
- Strong analytical problem-solving and execution skills in fast-paced ambiguous environments.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Logistics or related field.
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing environments
- APICS/CPIM certification or equivalent supply chain credential.
- Proven success in implementing planning process improvements or system enhancements
- Familiarity with transportation planning and logistics coordination
- Masters degree in Supply Chain Management Operations or Engineering.
$165000 - $185000 a year
Base Salary Range
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling as well as positioning within a level is determined by a range of factors including but not limited to a candidates relevant years of experience domain knowledge and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave vacation bereavement) unpaid time off Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights Amazon RSUs health insurance long-term care insurance long-term and short-term disability insurance and life insurance.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- EDI
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse Experience
- Office Experience
- Dispatching
- Microsoft Excel
- Logistics
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