Launch Manager

Job description

**Role Summary** The Launch Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end product/program launches from design phase through industrialization and successful handover to manufacturing. The role requires strong program management, cross-functional leadership, and solid electronics/software product understanding to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Program Management - Drive overall program execution from concept to production launch. - Track milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across functions. - Ensure adherence to timelines, cost targets, and quality requirements. - Manage change requests and escalation handling. 2. Stakeholder Management - Act as single point of contact between engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and leadership teams. - Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including customers. - Conduct program reviews and provide clear status reporting. 3. Cross-Functional Team (CFT) Leadership - Lead cross-functional teams across hardware, software, manufacturing, and operations. - Facilitate collaboration to resolve technical and operational challenges. - Drive accountability and ownership within teams. 4. Execution & Delivery (Get-Things-Done Approach) - Ensure action closure and problem resolution with urgency. - Remove blockers impacting program milestones. - Support rapid decision making during critical phases. 5. Electronics & Software Understanding - Understand electronics product development lifecycle. - Work closely with hardware, embedded software, and validation teams. - Support integration activities and technical reviews. 6. Industrialisation & Manufacturing Readiness - Lead transition from design to manufacturing. - Coordinate DFM, PFMEA, process validation, and production readiness. - Ensure smooth ramp-up and stable mass production launch. 7. Communication & Reporting - Provide clear program status updates to senior management. - Prepare launch dashboards and review materials. - Maintain transparent communication across all stakeholders. **Required Qualifications** - Bachelors/Masters in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related field. - 10–15 years experience in automotive electronics / electronics manufacturing. - Strong experience in program/launch management. - Exposure to SMT / electronics manufacturing processes is an advantage. - Proven industrialization and product launch experience. **Key Skills** - Program & Project Management - Stakeholder & Customer Management - Cross-Functional Leadership - Electronics & Embedded Software Knowledge - Industrialization & Manufacturing Processes - Risk Management & Problem Solving - Excellent Communication & Presentation Skills