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CommScope is looking for an NPI Program Manager who is experienced in leading projects, ideally new product introduction (NPI) programs. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the new product development lifecycle. This position supports product lines within the Ruckus business unit of wireless (access points) and wired (switch) networking products. This is a hybrid role in our Sunnyvale, CA facility.

How You’ll Help Us Connect the World

In this role, you’ll handle the NPI lifecycle using the CommScope/Ruckus NPI process and program management tool (Asana). Vendor management, schedule and risk management, hardware development and validation coordination, and successful cross-functional teamwork.

• Planning: Operational creation of project plan incorporating cross-functional collaboration of project requirements, schedule, milestones, internal/external dependencies, risk, target release and approvals for project execution commit (EC).
• Execution: Program execution with daily tracking, milestone and deliverable management, which includes validations, material readiness, Arena bill of materials (BOM) change order reviews and approvals, and BOM lock & gate reviews for phase advancement.
• Risk Management: Proactive risk management through continuous schedule and mitigation management, assuring deliverables and technical commits are met on time.
• Reporting: Weekly status reporting and monthly executive program reviews.
• PPA: Management & documentation of program impacts in real time; evaluation and implementation of process improvement.
• KPI/Goals/Process Improvement: NPI departmental goals are developed annually and reviewed at minimum twice a year to achieve excellence in process efficiency.
• Sustaining: Perform post-production/sustaining program activities as assigned/required.

Required Qualifications for Consideration:

• Bachelor’s degree and five or more years of proven experience as a project or program manager leading cross-functional project teams and motivating individuals
• Must have the ability to identify and communicate key metrics and key performance indicators related to project activities to all levels of the organization
• Collaborative and proven ability to work in a team-based culture throughout a global organization
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Exposure to new product development processes within and governed by the organization, taking a product from idea to production

You Will Excite Us If You Have:

• Experience managing NPI programs for a wireless technology company
• Waterfall or Agile Methodology
• Experience with project management applications: Asana, MS Project
• Understanding financial and technical feasibility and how they can impact opportunities and all business processes and functional areas that contribute to successful project execution
• Competent negotiator

Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. The expected salary range for this position is $118,000- $153,700.

The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including, medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.

What Happens After You Apply:

Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://jobs.commscope.com/content/How-We-Hire/?locale=en_US

Why CommScope

CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.

RUCKUS Networks builds and delivers purpose-driven networks that perform in the demanding environments of the industries we serve. Together with our network of trusted go-to-market partners, we empower our customers to deliver exceptional experiences to the guests, students, residents, citizens and employees who count on them. www.ruckusnetworks.com

If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what’s next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.

CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at talentacquisition@commscope.com.

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