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New Product Development Manager
Job Description
Location: Faribault, MN
Job Type: Permanent/Direct-Hire
Compensation: $120,000 - $130,000 annually
Industry: Manufacturing
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About the Role
Our client is a leading manufacturer in the power solutions industry, known for delivering custom products, integrated systems, and service solutions with exceptional speed and precision. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, they operate from a state-of-the-art facility powered in part by their own microgrid. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, sourcing, and product development—driving the launch of cutting-edge technologies that power industries across the country.
Job Description
As the New Product Development Manager, you will lead sourcing and procurement activities for new product introductions. You’ll collaborate with engineering, product management, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of components and materials, while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. This role is critical in bridging the gap between product development and production, ensuring a smooth and successful launch of innovative solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and mitigate sourcing risks early in the development cycle.
- Align with Commodity/Category Managers to evaluate and onboard suppliers.
- Lead RFQ and quoting processes for new product components.
- Develop and manage sourcing strategies and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
- Track and manage quality, cost, lead time, and technology advancement across the full bill of materials.
- Implement and monitor supplier contracts including CDAs, MSAs, SPSAs, and RAs.
- Support financial processes including invoice reconciliation and reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement using data analysis and visualization tools.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in sourcing, project management, or product development.
- 5+ years of experience working with or alongside electrical and mechanical engineering teams.
- Proven negotiation skills and experience in technical sourcing or new product introduction.
- Familiarity with technologies relevant to applicable categories.
- Willingness to travel 15–20%.
- Experience with Lean Sigma or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electromechanical or mechanical preferred).
- Knowledge of ISO standards.
- PMI or ISM certification.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Benefits
This company offers a comprehensive benefits package including 401 (k) with company match, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, PTO, Sick Time, Employee Appreciation Time, and Paid Holidays.
How to Apply
Take the first step on your new career path! To submit yourself for consideration for this role, simply click the apply button and complete our mobile-friendly online application. Once we’ve reviewed your application details, a recruiter will reach out to you with next steps! For questions or more information about this role, please call our office at (651) 772-9225.
Equal Opportunity Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!
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Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible contract employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review our Benefits Summary: www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta.
Dahl Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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