Project Manager for New Product Introduction

Ajax Systems is an international technology company, the largest developer and manufacturer of Ajax security systems with smart home capabilities in Europe. It's a whole ecosystem of 180 devices, mobile and desktop applications, and server infrastructure. Every year, we demonstrate exponential growth both in team size and in the number of users worldwide. Currently, the company has over 4,100 employees. Ajax sensors protect 3.5 million users in over 187 countries.

PM NPI / Project Manager for New Product Introduction — is responsible for the comprehensive launch of a product from initiation to serial production. Responsibilities include procurement, logistics, warehouses, incoming inspection, preparation for production and manufacturing of test batches of the device, certification, and marketing. Cross-functional interaction with PM dev and other R&D teams.

Key Hard Skills: Conversational English at B1/B2 level or higher. Experience in procurement management, contractor management. Experience in implementing projects into production (electronics or similar). Understanding of product launch from scratch to serial production. Proto, EVT, DVT, PVT, MP. Understanding of production planning (MRP: requirements, stock, reservation, orders). Project management, deadline planning, budgeting, risk management. Coordination and management of procurement, logistics, production, warehouses.

Key Soft Skills: Effective communication. Results orientation. Systematic approach and consistency, structured thinking. Management and organizational skills. Attention to detail, ability to listen and analyze received information. Responsibility and ability to learn. Ability to effectively utilize one's resources. Developed time management skills.

Will be a plus: Basic understanding of DfM/DfA/DfT and manufacturing technologies (SMT, automation, injection molding, assembly). Experience using Jira, Confluence, ERP/MRP systems, production tracking systems, Excel/Sheets at the formula level, pivot tables, basic Power Query, MS Project/Monday. Ability to read technical documentation (drawings, specifications, CAD files). Basic reporting skills. Ability to analyze process bottlenecks. Practical application of optimization tools (understand at least a little about what they are). RCA (Root Cause Analysis: 5 Whys, Fishbone). Basic Lean / Kaizen thinking. Process mapping (flowcharts, BPMN). Risk matrix + mitigation planning.

Functional Responsibilities: Plans budget, deadlines, material supply volume, equipment readiness for product launch at all project stages from initiation to serial production. Manages within the project implementation: procurement, warehouses, logistics, certification, marketing, incoming inspection, launch of test batches into production, contractors. Ensures seamless communication between departments, makes decisions, manages changes, consolidates project information, and maintains it. Conducts meetings, monitors and controls the project schedule execution. Approves materials and documentation readiness for orders, makes changes as needed. Selects and interacts with suppliers, manages risks throughout the entire period. Organizes and launches product manufacturing at all stages and batches before transfer to serial production.

We Offer: Opportunity to propose and implement your own ideas that impact the product and its mass production. A place in a rapidly growing company with a motivated professional team. Competitive salary. Medical insurance. Corporate English classes. Opportunity to participate in an internal beta testing project for Ajax security systems. Discounts from partner companies. Discounts on company products.