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Project Product Introduction Manager_RSC_Gautrain

Alstom Nigel, Gauteng, South Africa

Software Development · 11-50 employees

Oct 06 Closes in 7d
Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time South Africa
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About the role

The Project Product Introduction Manager oversees all product introduction activities, including reliability growth and warranty management, to ensure contractual targets are met. They act as the primary point of contact for the customer and coordinate internal teams to ensure project deliverables are executed according to standards.

What they look for

Project management Reliability growth Warranty management Product introduction Data analytics EHS knowledge Incident management Quality assurance Contract management Team management Problem solving Customer relations Obsolescence management Field support Engineering Risk assessment

Requirements

Candidates must possess a relevant diploma or postgraduate degree in Engineering or Industrial fields with over 10 years of experience in project execution. Strong leadership, technical product knowledge, and experience in field support and data analytics are essential for this senior role.

Benefits

Competitive social coverage Learning and development opportunities Dynamic reward package

Full description

Req ID:531915

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

YOUR FUTURE ROLE

Manage the overall Project Product Introduction (PI) activities and in particular Reliability Growth to achieve Warranty closure. Supports the Project Manager & Warranty Customer Site Manager in representing the project in all Product Introduction-related matters towards the customer. Represents the PI function within the Project Core Team and in front of the customer.

WE’LL LOOK TO YOU TO:

  • Part of Project Core Team in all applicable Product Introduction deliveries & execution/activities, from the start of the project (D1).
  • Ensures that PI processes & instructions are implemented, communicated, used and supported in the project (internally & externally including customer). Be formalized in Warranty/PI Management Plan
  • Ensures that sufficient and adequately skilled resources are available to produce the PI deliverables
  • Manage the full Project Warranty Work Package
  • Manage Reliability Growth with customer and internally (Defects/issues (Kx), Field Modifications, …) to achieve the contractual Reliability target (ensure that delivered products receives agreed rectification)
  • Ensures that field experience and field-data (REX) is captured & feed-back to the project/organization in accordance with the PI processes during start-up, design, realization (manufacturing) and field support phases
  • Ensures that all PI related deliverables (during project reviews / Development for Quality (DFQ)) are performed in a timely manner and delivered in accordance with contract & PI standards, through planning, communication (report to Project Core Team) and control
  • Establish the strategy and mobilization plan for commissioning & warranty period (including the clear definition and agreement for the use of the customer’s infrastructure)
  • Ensure adequacy of customer infrastructure to support PI intervention & activities
  • Implement a incident management process to follow-up Non Conformity Report (NCR)’s/8D with Quality
  • Ensure closure of Open Items, the field modification/retrofits and reporting on same
  • Manage project dedicated PI staff
  • Ensure appropriate internal and external audits and assessments
  • Ensure respect of Alstom Zero Deviation Plan (AZDP) and Customer EHS requirements for all Customer Site activities with the support of EHS team representatives
  • Coordinate Obsolescence management for proper evaluation of last time by end spart parts (applicable for Digital & Information Systems)
  • Ensures adequacy of supplier commitment with contractual warranty requirements
  • Ensures supplier charge-back agreement and execution"
  • Identify potential additional Services sales opportunities arising during warranty period

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:

  • Achievement of contractual reliability (milestone) targets
  • Achievement of contractual availability (milestone) targets
  • Achievement of end of general contractual warranty on time
  • Adherence to Warranty Budget
  • Containment and solution of K1S/K2/K3 issues on time
  • FQA Gate Review GO on time
  • Audit results (internal and external)
  • Customer satisfaction survey result

ALL ABOUT YOU

We value passion and attitude as much as experience. You do not need to meet every requirement; the following qualifications and experience will help you succeed and grow in this role:

  • Relevant Project management Diploma/ Post) Graduate in Engineering or Industrial
  • Internal EHS training
  • Project Execution (technical/industrial) (> 10 years for Senior Position)
  • Team management (> 5 years for Senior Position)
  • Product knowledge
  • EHS knowledge/exposure
  • Data analytics
  • In addition for Senior position:
  • Multi-Platform Product knowledge
  • Strong self-government
  • Field Experience
  • RAM
  • Problem Solving skills
  • Customer contact

DESIRABLE:

  • Railway Safety/Product liability
  • Field Experience
  • RAM
  • Problem Solving skills
  • Engineering knowledge
  • DFQ, Quality and Audit skills
  • Customer contact
  • Contract management

THINGS YOU’LL ENJOY

Join us on a lifelong, transformative journey. The rail industry is built for the future, giving you opportunities to grow, develop new skills, and gain diverse experience throughout your career.

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

YOU’LL ALSO:

  • Build a stable, challenging, long-term career with varied work.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and supportive colleagues.
  • Contribute to innovative projects.
  • Shape your career across functions and countries.
  • Benefit from award-winning learning and development opportunities.
  • Receive a fair, dynamic reward package that recognises performance and potential, together with comprehensive and competitive social coverage.

You do not need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We are confident that when you travel on one of our trains with friends or family, you will feel proud of the work behind it. If you are ready for the challenge, we would love to hear from you.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.