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Chamberlain Group (CG) is a global leader in intelligent access and Blackstone portfolio company. Powered by our myQ technology, we make access simple and secure for millions of homeowners, businesses, and communities worldwide. Our flagship brands, LiftMaster® and Chamberlain® , are found in 51+ million homes, and 14 million+ people rely on the myQ® app daily.
Lead, NPD Sourcing Operations is a leadership role and key leader within the Quality organization with a dotted line to Direct Sourcing. This role owns the sourcing strategy for Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) and Contract Manufacturing (CM) NPD engagements across the full New Product Development lifecycle — from prototype through mass production handoff. This individual serves as the senior liaison between Category Sourcing, Engineering, Product Management, and external ODM/CM suppliers, escalation point for supplier risk, and decision-maker on sourcing strategy and program direction. This individual is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the supply chain across multiple NPD programs.

• Own end-to-end ODM/CM engagement strategy from RFP through supplier selection, setting direction for sourcing deliverables during POC, EVT, DVT, PVT, and MP ramp and holding the team accountable to them

• Set and own the ODM/CM sourcing strategy for all new product introductions, aligning with category sourcing leadership on selection based on product, volume, and technology requirements of new and upcoming projects

• Lead and own make-vs-buy analyses and ODM-vs-Nogales trade-off assessments for new products

• Lead DVF/toll gate reviews and ensure sourcing deliverables are met at each development phase

• Serve as the primary Sourcing representative for NPD teams

• Manage alignment with Program Management on ODM/CM deliverables and product launch schedules

• Independently and proactively manage, help support or lead resolution of supplier risks that could impact time-to-market

• Manage and report on ODM/CM manufacturing capacity, ensuring supply commitments are aligned with product launch timelines and demand forecasts

• Manage development of PowerPoint decks covering program status, costs, sourcing risks, decisions, blockers, mitigations, and timelines

• Lead meetings cross-functionally to facilitate decision making and drive clarity

• Engage and communicate with VP+ and executive-level stakeholders on a regular basis to communicate and align on project status and sourcing strategy

• Own and approve project scope agreements (e.g. SOW) including NRE, tooling, unit pricing, capacity commitments, and IP ownership

• Manage NRE budgets, tooling amortization, and total cost of ownership analysis with Finance and Product Management for make-vs-buy decisions or other analysis purposes

• Lead supplier meetings as needed; hold suppliers accountable to commitments and conflict resolution

• Lead complex negotiations and serve as the sourcing escalation point for the project team

• Manage alignment with Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems Engineering during design phases on product requirements versus ODM quotation and scope of work.

• Lead IP discussions with Legal in supplier engagements and manage category sourcing follow-up to ensure proper documentation is in place when necessary

Minimum Qualifications
Education/Certifications:
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience:

• 8-10+ yrs of relevant work experience in supply chain, sourcing, or logistics

• Demonstrated experience in working cross-functionally with engineering and product development or related teams

• Supplier relationship management

• Strong analytical and communication skills; comfortable presenting project updates and/or recommendations to executive leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong analytical skills

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Demonstrated experience in working cross-functionally with engineering and product development or related teams

• Supplier relationship management

Other:
· Able to travel up to 10% - domestically and internationally
Preferred Qualifications
Education/Certifications:
· Masters Degree
Experience:
· Solid knowledge of Operations (production capacity, lead times), Purchasing (POs, MOQ), Finance (cost structure, profit margin, productivity), Manufacturing (cycle time, MVA, SG&A), Transportation (logistics, incoterms, freight costs)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• ERP – SAP

• Power BI

• Excel Analytic tools

The pay range for this position is $111,766.00 - $184,139.00; base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. In addition to base pay, also offered is a comprehensive benefits package and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). This position is eligible for participation in a short-term incentive plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.
Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence .
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