Urgent Need For NPI Materials Program Manager - Hybrid At Austin, TX

Our client, a (Tech industry), is looking to hire a (NPI Materials Program Manager) in (Austin, TX).Pay Rate Range: $55/Hr - $75/Hr on W2, depending on experienceResponsibilities: 

• This role is responsible for material planning, forecasting, and readiness to enable technology development, new product development, supply qualification, and factory readiness.
• You will serve as a primary interface between Engineering, Operations, Finance, Procurement, and Supplier/Manufacturing Partner(s).  
• Financial & Spend Management: Lead materials budget planning and spend management through partnering with Finance and Engineering.
• Supply Planning: Lead clear to build (CTB) for pre-production build phases. Propose optimized supply planning to ensure on-time build schedules and drive closure of materials issues.
• Sourcing & Engineering Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering to manage multiple or alternate source qualifications through build management.
• Process Optimization: Lead NPI materials process improvement initiatives.
• Partner Management: Lead daily or weekly supply planning meetings with Manufacturer Partners.

Requirements: 

• Experience: Proven NPI (New Product Introduction) supply chain management experience.
• Project Management: Strong project/program management skills (PMP, APICS, CSCP, or CPIM certifications are a plus).
• Adaptability: Demonstrated ability and experience working in a constantly changing, fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage through influence.
• Organization: Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills, multi-tasking abilities, and priority-setting skills.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel. Knowledge of Agile, SAP, or Oracle is a plus. Experience with standard productivity/presentation suites is preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Technical expertise and prior OEM management experience are a plus.

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Fair Chance Employment Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.