
NPI Deployment Manager
Minor Hotels Europe and Americas
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Kuala Lumpur • Malaysia
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About the role
- Manage end-to-end delivery of New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, ensuring On-Time In-Full (OTIF) outcomes
- Develop and monitor project plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Coordinate with NPI, Quality, Brand Marketing, Engineering, and Factory teams to achieve project objectives
- Provide timely project status updates and flag key decisions to drive progress
- Manage risks, resolve operational issues, and ensure necessary mitigation plans are in place
- Maintain visibility of project costs, including tooling, trials, and write-offs, to relevant stakeholders
- Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, promoting collaboration across functions and markets
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support knowledge sharing within the NPI community
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) or NPI
- Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a commercial mindset
- Proven ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and change management skills
- Independent, proactive, and adaptable team player with strong ownership
- Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; fluent in written and spoken English
- Degree in Business Management and/or certifications in Project Management or Lean Six Sigma is a plus
Benefits
- We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
- Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
- Access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
Project Lifecycle ManagementNew Product IntroductionProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsChange ManagementBudget ManagementRisk ManagementContinuous ImprovementStakeholder Influence
Soft skills
Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam LeadershipCollaborationProactiveAdaptabilityOwnershipRelationship BuildingMotivationKnowledge Sharing
Certifications
Project Management CertificationLean Six Sigma Certification