New Model Leader
CurrentAs new model Leader, I provide direction for the management of new automobile product development or transfer activities within SED. Develop the General Schedule for a new product development (transfer) with respect to the following: a) planning of Manufacturing process flow; b) negotiation of critical path activities between Sales, Design and Engineering; and c) identification of potential Manufacturing risks or opportunities. Develop detailed trial event requirements and activity schedules. Create instructions to direct the ordering, production, and fabrication of parts necessary to build NM trial event units. Lead NM Project Team in the resolution of problems, recognize manufacturing issues and determine/implement countermeasures. Coordinate, direct and prepare for NM Evaluation events. Summarize and report NM Investment and Start-Up Expense required to launch a new model. Negotiate Trial Event Unit Request requirements at a SED level. Effectively use Visual Management principles to ensure completion of New Model activity on mass production time frame (NMC SAP / NMC EA00’s , Scorecard). Assess compliance to established NM rules and standards and redirect team as required. Develop and maintain strong communication routes to ensure information sharing internally and at an SED level. Summarize project reflections and provide input to business plan.