Associate Director, New Product Introduction

1. Define and lead NPI manufacturing strategy, standards, tools, and best practices to ensure product quality, safety, manufacturability, and on-time launches.
2.  Drive early design engagement using DFM, DFA, DFT, P-FMEA, and mistake-proofing to optimize product, process capability, and test coverage.
3. Oversee manufacturing readiness, production performance, quality plans, risk management, KPIs, and compliance across internal and supplier operations.
4.  Lead process optimization, automation, test standardization, cost reduction initiatives, and sustainability considerations across global manufacturing sites.
5. Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and external suppliers to assess risks, resolve issues, and align manufacturing capabilities with business needs.
6.  Build, lead, and develop a high-performing NPI team through clear objectives, KPI management, coaching, resource planning, and continuous improvement.

1. 1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, or related discipline preferred) with minimum 15 years of experience in NPI and Manufacturing Engineering, with 10+ years in people and team leadership roles.
   2. Strong working knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical systems, basic electronics, injection molding, and consumer product manufacturing.
   3. Proven ability to lead through influence, manage cross-functional teams, communicate effectively, and drive alignment across stakeholders.
   4. Proactive, resilient, self-driven, analytical, and willing to travel extensively to support suppliers and global manufacturing operations.

Interested applicants, kindly forward a copy of your updated resume in WORD document to hr@searchstaffing.com.sg stating your current and expected remuneration together with notice period required by current employer.

You can also contact Vincent Low for a confidential discussion at 6749 4236.

EA No: 12C6254 | EA Personnel Registration No: R1324700