North American Platform Portfolio Manager

Company: Otis Elevator Co.
Location: Florence
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

OT541: TFP - Florence, SC 1500 Otis Way, Florence, SC, 29501 USA Date Posted:2021-02-18-08:00Country: United States of AmericaLocation: OT541: TFP - Florence, SC 1500 Otis Way, Florence, SC, 29501 USAThe North American Platform Portfolio Manager reports to the Director of Engineering and owns and manages a portfolio of defined product technical platforms. The North American Platform Portfolio Manager also plays an integral function in product lifecycle management and is responsible for that group in engineering. With the help of other business value streams, the North American Platform Portfolio Manager develops the needs and changes to the product portfolio to ensure the needed cost, quality, reliability, competitiveness, time to market and disturbance free operational processes.Responsibilities

• Work closely with other global Unit Platform Portfolio Managers to harmonize our global products and align our roadmaps for product development.
• Act as the sustaining branch of the engineering organization, i.e. PLM (product lifecycle management)
• Act as a stakeholder to the NPI projects/programs to ensure compliance and standards are followed both internal and external
• Develop and maintain product roadmaps for each platform architecture based on inputs from Marketing and Engineering
• Develop and maintain full chain product cost models with yearly defined KPIs in all areas of the product Transfer Price
• Define KPI for cost, performance and efficiency, from eLog to Installation and everything in between that affect/impact the given platform
• Work with all swim lanes to develop a full chain product understanding
• Work with key stakeholders to set annual KPIs for product cost competitiveness
• Work with Product Reliability Manager to maintain product to A17.1 and other standards
• Work with Product Introduction Manager to action as VOC for product handover and requirements
• Work with PMO to drive release contents/dates for key programs/projects, act as a stakeholder for PDP and CNs
• Develop a team of product managers to focus on a dedicated product line to support the overall PLM responsibilities.Key Skills
  • Analytical and Problem Solving
  • Collaboration, especially with Marketing and Installation Teams
  • Environmental Awareness
  • Negotiation
  • Self Confidence
  • Winning Through People Attitude
  • Execution and Strategic ThinkingKey Metrics
    • Product Cost Savings / Year
    • Product Quality
    • Product Competitiveness
    • Roadmap Accuracy and Cycle TimeRequirements
      • BS Engineering degree, 7 + years of experience minimum
      • Industry experience preferred
      • Must have prior leadership/lead role experienceOtis is the world leader in reliable, efficient and technologically advanced elevators, escalators and people-moving systems. Our revolutionary Gen2-- elevators, energy-saving ReGen--- drives and NCE "green" escalator have clearly set the industry standard for innovation, safety and performance. More than 2.4 million Otis elevators and escalators are currently in operation throughout 200 different countries. We are proud to have a global team that continues to rise to the challenges of a fast-moving company. Together, the people of Otis are creating new ideas and opportunities by collaborating across time zones, geographies and cultures. So just imagine where we can take you! Otis is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms Posted 3 Days Ago Full time 20027121 About Us We go to great lengths to hire and develop the best people, and offer a supportive environment where employees are motivated and empowered to perform at their full potential. Today, we continue pushing the boundaries of what's possible to thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world.

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