Ciena
Supply Chain Life Cycle Manager
Montreal, CA
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 25 days ago
Product ManagementSupply ChainLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving
About the role
- As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach.
- Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging.
- As a Supply Chain Life Cycle Manager, you'll thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, taking ownership of global supply chain operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead the extended operations team through all product lifecycle (LCM) phases, including R&D, NPI, sustaining, and EOL.
- Work with cross functional teams (R&D, product engineering, capacity, test engineering, etc) to drive improvements to product (yield, cost, supply assurance,etc.)
- Formalize and execute operations strategies that deliver cost-optimized, reliable products to market.
- Drive contract manufacturers (CMs) to achieve output plans, resolving constraints such as capacity, yields, quality and Clear to Build (CTB) to meet forecasts.
- Provide visibility to GCM to drive capacity and material to align to our demand at all stages of product life cycles.
Requirements
- Confirm CM build rate aligns with weekly/monthly/quarterly requirements and communicate with internal stakeholders as required.
- 5-10 years of experience in Operations and Supply Chain Management.
- Proven expertise in Operations and Planning, with knowledge of telecommunication or optical technologies.
- Strong understanding of New Product Introduction (NPI) processes and product engineering.
Nice to have
- Strong facilitation and collaboration skills
- a true team player.
- We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
- If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
Skills
- Autonomous, organized, and dynamic with demonstrated leadership in managing virtual teams.
- Resourceful problem solver who thrives in challenging, time-sensitive environments.
- Willingness to work and travel across time zones and outside of standard business hours (as required).
- Excellent communication skills
- Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission.
- Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals.
- Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Compensation
- Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
Benefits
- Navigate supply chain disruptions by establishing safety stock strategies and escalating material issues to Global Commodity Managers (GCM) teams.
- Establish safety stock strategies to drive supply continuity and assurances.
Company info
- We're a technology company that leads with our humanity-driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
- Your key responsibilities include:
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