Position Title:  NPI Project Manager

Be a part of a revolutionary change.

At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future.

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions.

It’s so rare in the electronics industry that everything aligns to create the ideal conditions for outstanding work. Right now, at PMI, that’s exactly what’s happening. This is the driving force for our bold new vision: to replace cigarettes with a revolutionary portfolio of alternative products. By delivering our smoke-free and beyond nicotine future, your work could help accelerate the end of cigarettes.

If you’re creative, courageous, and ready to try new things, you can make a huge impact and propel your career in an endless number of directions.

Your ‘day to day’

You will be employed under Philip Morris Electronics Shenzhen (PMES). PMES operates as a subsidiary of Philip Morris International, Inc.

As the NPI Project Manager Lead, you will play a critical role in leading the introduction of new electronic devices from industrialization to mass production. You will be responsible for managing cross-functional teams, ensuring project timelines, and driving operational excellence across global suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the introduction of new electronic devices from product industrialization to mass production.
• Take full accountability for capacity expansion at technical transfer suppliers, from business case initiation to mass production.
• Coordinate cross-functional, cross-organizational, and cross-geographical teams to develop program schedules, track progress, and ensure timely delivery with optimal quality, performance, cost, and volume.
• Propose mitigation options to the Steering Committee or Senior Management for decision-making.
• Initiate operational model optimization to improve project execution efficiency and quality.
• Train and mentor team members in all areas related to new product introduction (NPI) project management.
• Manage resource allocation across multiple projects.
• Ensure a smooth transition from concept to volume manufacturing at both Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers.
• Own the development of capacity expansion projects, including business justification, planning, benefit-risk analysis, budgeting, and resource requirements.
• Manage risk and establish technical and commercial mitigation strategies to meet project requirements (e.g., quality targets, service cost goals).
• Act as the focal point for regular project status updates and escalation to senior management.
• Apply best practices and continuous improvement to project execution.
• Demonstrate technical and commercial expertise in electronic device industrialization and manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with PMI policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Protect confidential information and ensure product compliance.
• Support team growth and development objectives.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline. 
• 10+ years of experience in project management, NPI, and product/process improvement.
• Highly skilled in project management, product development processes, and good manufacturing practices.
• Strong expertise in risk management, communication, and conflict resolution.
• Skilled in Global Quality Systems (GQS), industrialization, manufacturing processes, procurement, and finance principles.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin

What we offer:

Our success depends on the people who come to work every day with a sense of purpose and a hunger for progress. Join PMI and you too can:

• Seize the opportunity to define your future—and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment, and explore!
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone’s contribution is respected.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business—our size and scale provide endless opportunities to grow.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: a smoke-free future

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