Project Manager – New Product Introduction

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from concept through to mass manufacturing. You will ensure customer‑committed timelines are met, risks are managed, and high‑quality outcomes are delivered while building robust project management structures for long‑term success.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage all NPI projects, delivering on agreed timelines, cost, and quality requirements.
• Drive seamless transition from development to mass manufacturing according to customer specifications.
• Serve as the primary interface with customers on product requirements, schedules, quality, and manufacturing approvals.
• Collaborate with engineering and tooling teams on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and technical feasibility.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate technical, commercial, and schedule‑related risks.
• Establish, govern, and continuously improve project management policies, frameworks, and reporting structures.
• Provide clear and timely project and portfolio updates to senior management.
• Plan and manage project resources, budgets, and timelines.

Required profile

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proven experience managing NPI projects in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership experience with people‑management responsibilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Business‑oriented, cost‑conscious, and highly detail‑focused.
• Analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.

Required skills

• Hands‑on knowledge of plastic injection moulding.
• Experience with injection tool fabrication.
• Mechanical product design expertise.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape project management structures and best practices.
• A collaborative, technically strong environment.