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About the role
- New Product Research & Development Direction
Identify and evaluate potential ODM/OEM partners to meet defined requirements.
Gather and clarify product requirements from internal stakeholders (e.g., engineering, sales, operations).
Translate business and technical requirements into product specifications for supplier evaluation.
Source and propose suitable products or solutions based on cost, performance, and compliance needs.
Collaborate with internal teams to refine product requirements and development direction.
- Product Lifecycle & Risk Management
Monitor component lifecycle status and identify obsolescence risks.
Evaluate impact of EOL/PCN notices on product BOMs.
Lead mitigation actions (e.g., last-time buy, second-source qualification, design updates).
Manage and release PCNs, including documentation, impact assessment, and stakeholder communication.
- Project Management & Strategic Planning
Identify long lead-time components and coordinate planning to mitigate supply risks.
Review project deliverables to ensure alignment with requirements, specifications, and timelines.
- External Laboratory & Certification Coordination
Coordinate with testing laboratories or certification bodies on test requirements and schedules.
Ensure testing activities align with project timelines and compliance needs.
- Supplier Management & Quality Assurance
Assess and review supplier performance annually based on quality, delivery, and compliance.
Review supplier non-conformance reports, verify root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and approve closure of corrective actions.
- Internal Operations
Coordinate with internal teams and external parties on non-conforming units, including investigation, resolution, and follow-up actions.
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