Job Description
Product Launch Manager at Pacer Group Product Launch Manager at Pacer Group in Casa Grande, Arizona Posted in 10 days ago.
Type:
full-time Job Description:
Job Title:
Launch Material Planner Location:
Phoenix/Casa Grande, AZ Work Arrangement:
Onsite Shift:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST Employment Type:
Contract Duration:
6+ Months Domain:
Automotive / Manufacturing / Supply Chain Pay Rate:
$32.00/hr. - $36.00/hr. on W2 Application Deadline:
6/15/2026 Skills Required Primary (Must-Have): Experience with BOM and MBOM analysis Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Launch Programs Automotive and Manufacturing industry experience Strong SAP MRP / ERP
system knowledge Experience with Material Planning, Demand Planning, and Production Planning Experience coordinating engineering changes and launch timelines Strong supplier coordination and supply chain management skills Experience with forecasting, supply planning, and inventory coordination Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Secondary (Good to Have): Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) processes Experience using Microsoft Project, Jira, Smartsheet, and 3DX Knowledge of Material Master data management processes Experience driving KPI improvements and reporting metrics Experience working with launch timelines for hardware and software implementations Position Overview The Production Planner will support launch material planning activities for new product introductions, engineering changes, and supply chain coordination within an automotive manufacturing environment. This role serves as the primary interface between NPI program teams and series material planning teams to ensure accurate forecasting, material readiness, and successful launch execution. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in SAP MRP systems, supply chain operations, launch coordination, and cross-functional project management within a manufacturing environment. Roles & Responsibilities Plan launch phases with Vehicle Program Management, Chief Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to review supplier lead times and material readiness Provide runout reports and BOM effectivity dates to support implementation of engineering changes Analyze BOMs and MBOMs while coordinating with NPI teams to ensure accurate SAP information and demand planning Coordinate, track, and report launch processes for new models aligned with project milestones and timelines Work closely with suppliers to ensure On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance Create and align implementation timelines to monitor readiness of new material and part numbers Collaborate with Material Master teams to maintain SAP master data and system settings Coordinate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Planning, Operations, Finance, Packaging, Manufacturing Engineering, Marketing, Service, Sales, and Program teams to communicate changes effectively Drive project updates and launch timelines while proactively resolving delays and escalation issues Track engineering changes and implementation dates between stakeholders and planning teams Support additional projects and assignments as required Drive continuous improvement initiatives and KPI optimization efforts Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field, or equivalent experience 2-4 years of experience in automotive, manufacturing, logistics, material planning, or supply chain operations Minimum 2 years of project management experience Strong MRP/ERP system knowledge with SAP preferred Experience with Launch Programs, NPI, PLM, BOM management, and Supply Chain operations Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Project, Jira, Smartsheet, 3DX, and Microsoft Office tools Strong problem-solving, analytical, and reporting capabilities Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills Benefits:
Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k) | Paid Sick Leave EEOC Compliance:
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Disclaimer:
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Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.
