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Supply Chain Program Manager - New Product Introduction (NPI)

Who is Blueprint?

We are a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. Unified by a shared passion for solving complicated problems, our people are our greatest asset. We use technology as a tool to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, powered by the knowledge, skills, and the expertise of our teams, who all have unique perspectives and years of experience across multiple industries. We’re bold, smart, agile, and fun.

What does Blueprint do?

Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies.

Why Blueprint?

At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You’ll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands-on experience with the world’s best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won’t find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint.

We are looking for a Supply Chain Program Manager - New Product Introduction (NPI) to join us as we build cutting-edge technology solutions! This is your opportunity to be part of a team that is committed to delivering best in class service to our customers.

In this role you will play a crucial role in orchestrating New Product Introduction (NPI) programs within a dynamic supply chain environment. You will leverage your technical expertise and program management skills to drive the successful launch of innovative solutions, collaborating closely with various stakeholders across the organization. As a key point of contact for engineering teams, you will ensure that projects align with strategic objectives, managing risks and performance metrics to optimize outcomes. Your ability to navigate ambiguity and influence cross-functional collaboration will be essential as you contribute to enhancing the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain processes.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define and implement a New Product Introduction (NPI) readiness strategy.
Conduct risk management efforts to identify and mitigate potential issues.
Provide insights and identify opportunities for schedule acceleration through cost-benefit analyses and performance analytics.
Maintain a deep understanding of the product’s technical attributes, milestones, deliverables, and interdependencies.
Engage effectively with engineering teams to ensure alignment on schedule, risks, issues, quality, and product changes to meet business and customer needs.
Operate effectively in ambiguous situations, applying and designing processes that create value and facilitate execution.
Utilize program management tools and communication methods to ensure stakeholders have a common understanding of project timelines and responsibilities.
Influence organizational boundaries to achieve broad business goals through early lifecycle engagement.
Scale NPI processes to enhance clarity and simplify execution.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years in high-tech supply chain, new product introduction, sourcing, operations, or related fields.
Proven experience in program management at a high-tech company, successfully setting up and executing supply chain operational processes.
Strong proficiency in business tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Azure DevOps.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in cloud supply chain environments.
Demonstrated ability to lead in ambiguous situations and effectively manage conflicting priorities and changes.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal and organizational abilities.
Background in technical engineering, manufacturing, or hardware development, with a focus on operational excellence.

Salary Range

Pay ranges vary based on multiple factors including, without limitation, skill sets, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographical market. The pay range for this position reflects geographic based ranges for Washington state: $100,000 to $115,000 USD/annually. The salary/wage and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law.

If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to: recruiting@bpcs.com

Blueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes: