Product Development Support Coord

Tempur Sealy International•Trinity, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Tempur Sealy. Iconic brands. Storied history. Industry-leading innovation. Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people, every night, all around the world. As a leading designer, manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of bedding products worldwide, we know how crucial a good night of sleep is to overall health and wellness. Utilizing over a century of knowledge and industry-leading innovation, we deliver award-winning products that provide breakthrough sleep solutions to consumers in over 100 countries. Our highly recognized brands include Tempur-Pedic®, Sealy® and Stearns & Foster®. We hire people who have a passion for helping others find their best night’s sleep. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Tempur Sealy! This position will support the specifications management and operational launch related to Mattress and Foundation components and systems. The position will plan, manage, and implement the technical specifications of mattress components and foundation projects/programs provided by the New Product Development Engineering staff. Implement specifications, variances, and build sequencing for new products and prepare specifications for management and engineering review. Work cross-functionally to ensure adherence to specification accuracy and synchronization with new product bill of materials.

Requirements

Minimum 2-year technical degree or relevant experience
Experience working in Dynamix AX 2012, Manbase, or similar environment utilizing PDM concepts and applications
Impressive analytical abilities as well as the enthusiasm to push forward in difficult situations.
Flexibility to seek & incorporate input from others
Ability to adapt and manage effectively in fast-paced and continuously changing environment
Experience in planning, assessing, and implementing change
Solid interpersonal and collaboration skills
Good communication, presentation, and analytical skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Software Programs (Word, Excel, Access, etc...)
Broad project management skills and disciplined in developing objectives, action plans and effective in defending and selling decisions with confidence
Strong 6-sigma understanding and experience, LEAN manufacturing process knowledge, and technical skills.

Responsibilities

Ensure process and operational efficiency, effectiveness, and quality; including continuous improvement projects, any necessary training and tracking of critical success factors.
Support cross functional transparent information sharing.
Provide critical feedback loops to internal functional departments, including: Manufacturing, NPD, Marketing, BOM, Accounting, and Quality.
Drive cross-functional collaborative processes within specification management to ensure on-time project delivery and accuracy.
Drive conversion from legacy specification management system to Dynamics AX 2012 and PDM.
Perform administrative duties as required by NPD department.