As Supply Chain Project Manager (SCPM) leads end-to-end supply chain activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) and product lifecycle management. The role coordinates cross-functional teams and EMS/JDM/ODM partners to ensure successful product launches, engineering change implementation, capacity readiness, supplier performance, and smooth transition from prototype to mass production. The SCPM plays a key role in delivering next-generation Fixed Networks products, including ONTs, Home Gateways, and broadband access solutions, with a resilient, efficient, and scalable supply chain.
Responsibilities- Lead end-to-end supply chain activities from product concept to mass production, including EMS/JDM/ODM supplier management and production ramp-up.
- NPI Management – Coordinate prototype, pilot runs, material readiness, AML, POs, production execution, and pilot approval.
- Production Ramp-Up – Support new product ramp-up and handover to Supply Chain Industrial Management for mass production.
- Engineering Change Management – Coordinate product design changes with R&D, internal teams, and suppliers.
- Business Unit Collaboration – Support product roadmap, lifecycle planning, pilot quantity allocation, PLC reviews, and EOL/LTB management.
- Supply Chain Collaboration – Work with Demand & Planning, Industrial Management, Quality, and other teams to support key projects.
- Capacity & Readiness Management – Ensure supplier capacity, production readiness, and resources are aligned with product requirements.
- Issue & Delivery Management – Drive resolution of production issues, urgent delivery requirements, customer complaints, and product defects.
You have:
- Bachelor’s degree with 10–15 years of experience in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Experienced in working in New Product Introduction (NPI) is strongly preferred.
- Background in electronics manufacturing environment or experience of EMS/ODM/JDM is strongly desired.
- Experienced ONT product management, ONT design and test or supply chain management is a PLUS.
It would be nice if you also had:
- Results-Oriented and Strong focus on achieving results and meeting commitments.
- Self-Motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Team Player – Works effectively and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Willing to travel approximately 20% of the time, mainly across Asia. (Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia)
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Some of our benefits in India:
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance
- Health and well-being support – medical insurance for you and your family, health check-ups, life and accident insurance, well-being programs, and employee resource groups
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility
- Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations
- Career growth & mobility – technical career paths, job rotations, international assignments, and relocation support
- Continuous learning – technical certifications, mentoring programs, coaching, and digital learning platforms
- Opportunities to innovate and contribute through Nokia’s research and development environment
- Recognition programs that celebrate outstanding contributions
- Workplace support – ergonomic working support and mobile device programs based on eligibility
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