Product Lifecycle New Product Project Manager

Cisco • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The Product Lifecycle New Product Project Manager oversees products across their lifecycle, from introduction through end-of-life. The role ensures product cost targets, quality standards, and supply chain readiness are met while driving continuous improvement and risk mitigation. The position works across product operations, engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and supply chain teams to support production schedules and lifecycle objectives. It also contributes to sustainability initiatives and strategic planning aligned with Cisco’s business goals and sustainability commitments.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in Product Lifecycle Management and New Product Introduction (NPI) within a supply chain or manufacturing environment.
• At least 3 years of experience managing Bill of Materials (BOM) and delivering Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
• At least 3 years of experience using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and ERP software such as SAP or Oracle.
• At least 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier collaboration, and cost negotiation.

Nice To Haves

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and align product operations, engineering, and manufacturing.
• Experience incorporating sustainability initiatives and circular economy principles into product lifecycle management.
• Strong data analytics skills, including forecasting demand, identifying supply risks, and optimizing inventory levels.
• Excellent communication skills and experience preparing and presenting lifecycle status updates and risk assessments to leadership.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with engineering teams on design for manufacturability and quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams managing product lifecycle activities, including new product introduction (NPI), sustainment, and end-of-life transitions.
• Develop and maintain bill of materials (BOM) management, including risk assessments and identification of alternate components.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal team members to negotiate costs, secure materials, and ensure supply continuity.
• Monitor product performance metrics and implement corrective actions to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.
• Align product operations, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to meet production schedules and lifecycle objectives.
• Manage lifecycle documentation and status reporting, and communicate risks and mitigation plans to business partners.
• Support sustainability initiatives by incorporating circular economy principles and supplier compliance with environmental standards.
• Use data analytics and reporting tools to forecast demand, identify supply risks, and optimize inventory levels.
• Participate in strategic planning to align product lifecycle management with Cisco’s broader business goals and sustainability commitments.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution
• Paid parental leave
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Floating holiday for non-exempt employees
• Paid day off for employee’s birthday
• Paid year-end holiday shutdown
• Paid personal wellness days
• Paid vacation time for non-exempt employees
• Flexible vacation time off program for eligible exempt employees
• Paid sick time
• Additional paid time away may be requested for critical or emergency family issues
• Optional paid volunteer days
• Annual bonuses for eligible non-sales employees
• Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available to eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed