New Product Introduction Manager

About Vantiva ​

Pushing the Edge ​

Vantiva (Euronext Paris: VANTI) is a global technology leader in connectivity technologies. For over 130 years, we have delivered solutions that connect what matters most. Today, we continue to redefine connectivity with industry-leading broadband, video, and IoT-driven smart systems that elevate how people live, work, and connect globally. ​

Vantiva combines a customer-focused approach with decades of software development, electronics hardware design, and flexible supply chain expertise to deliver high-quality solutions at scale. This proficiency has positioned us as a trusted provider to leading network service providers, enterprise customers, and consumers around the world. ​

Our strong commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices has earned us multiple Gold and Platinum Medals from EcoVadis for environmental and social performance. These awards place us among the top 2% of organizations in our category evaluated globally. ​

With our headquarters in Paris and major offices in Australia, Brazil, China, India, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States, we serve a diverse global customer base. ​

For more information, please visit vantiva.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter) .

Key Responsibilities

Program Execution & Coordination

· Own NPI program schedule, milestones, and deliverables

· Lead cross-functional meetings and factory reviews

· Track actions, risks, and issues to resolution

· Provide structured program status updates

Factory Readiness & Industrialization

· Ensure manufacturing readiness (lines, capacity, workforce)

· Validate process flow, work instructions, quality checkpoints

· Ensure tooling, fixtures and test equipment readiness

· Drive Design-for-Manufacturing / DFx reviews

Build Planning & Execution

· Define build plans (FGR, Pilot, Industrialization phases)

· Ensure Clear-to-Build (CTB) readiness

· Lead build execution and issue resolution

· Publish build KPIs and corrective actions

Supply Chain & Change Management

· Ensure BOM readiness and system alignment

· Coordinate material availability including long lead time parts

· Drive ECO/MCO implementation

· Support cost and E&O risk management

Production Ramp & Handover

· Ensure smooth ramp-up to mass production

· Define and enforce handover criteria to operations teams

· Ensure all risks and issues are closed or documented

Cross-functional Leadership

· Coordinate Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain and Factory teams

· Drive alignment and accountability in matrix organization

· Build strong relationships with manufacturing partners

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or related field

Experience

· 5+ years in NPI, Program Management, or Manufacturing Engineering

· Experience in consumer electronics or high-volume manufacturing

· Experience with or at ODM/CEM partners in Asia preferred

Skills

· Strong program management and execution skills

· Knowledge of manufacturing, industrialization and NPI lifecycle

· Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

· DFx, build validation, and supply chain knowledge

Tools & Systems (preferred)

· JIRA, MS Project, Smartsheet or equivalent

· PLM / ERP systems (Agile-Aras, SAP, Kinaxis or similar)

Languages

Business English required; Mandarin or other Asian languages a plus

Key Competencies

· Cross-functional leadership

· Execution & accountability

· Problem solving & risk management

· Communication & stakeholder alignment

· Adaptability

Success Measures

On-time NPI execution

Factory readiness ahead of builds

Stable yield and quality during ramp-up

Clean handover to mass production

Our most important asset is our People.

Vantiva’s success greatly relies on our people’s energy, motivation, and talent.

We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that embraces and celebrates diversity as we believe our differences drive our creativity, and innovation.

We are proactive in supporting equality and maintaining an inclusive work environment, developing, and enhancing career opportunities for all.

Vantiva is committed to ensuring that all its employees receive a fair wage that is sufficient to live with dignity.

If you require a reasonable accommodation at any step of the application process, please let us know by answering the dedicated question in this application form.