Business Analyst (General) 1: (NPI Planner)

ObjectWin Technology

Austin, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Business Administration, Business Analysis, Business Plan, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Contract Manufacturing, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Documentation, Electronics Manufacturing, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Operations, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Operations Planning, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Procurement Planning, Product/Service Launch, Production Schedule, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Status Reports, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Team Player, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Austin, TX
POSTED
4 days ago

Sr. Program Management Analyst

Position Summary
The Project/Program Management Analyst will play a critical role in planning and coordinating New Product Introduction (NPI) activities for board manufacturing operations. This position requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to manage complex manufacturing timelines and deliverables. The ideal candidate will serve as a key liaison between Internal Business Unit engineering and planning, procurement, and Contract Manufacturer planning teams to ensure successful product launches.


Key Responsibilities

NPI Planning & Coordination

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive NPI project plans for board manufacturing, including timelines, milestones, and resource requirements
  • Serve as primary liaison to Contract Manufacturing team
  • Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams
  • Track and report on NPI program status, identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies

Manufacturing Planning & Analysis

  • Develop build plans and production schedules in collaboration with Business Unit planning and Contract Manufacturing planning teams
  • Monitor and track key manufacturing metrics including yield, cycle time, and quality performance
  • Identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements

Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as primary Business Unit point of contact for NPI planning activities
  • Prepare and deliver status reports and presentations to program leadership
  • Coordinate with suppliers and Contract Manufacturers on NPI schedule requirements
  • Facilitate communication between global teams across different time zones

Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Create and maintain reports to track NPI progress and KPIs
  • Analyze program data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Develop data-driven recommendations to improve NPI processes and outcomes
  • Maintain accurate documentation of NPI activities and lessons learned

Required Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Experience
3-5 years of experience in program/project management, manufacturing planning, or operations
Experience with NPI processes and board/electronics manufacturing preferred
Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects

Technical Skills
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

About the Company

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ObjectWin Technology