Product Lifecycle Planner
Apex Systems, Shelton, CT, United States
Product Lifecycle Planner
Location:
Shelton, Connecticut (Partial Remote)
Employment Type:
Contract
Role Overview
This role supports the Product Lifecycle Manager in initiatives driving the product portfolio through its lifecycle. The position involves close collaboration with the Product Lifecycle Manager and the end-to-end supply chain. This is a key support function for the business unit, focusing on data analysis to inform strategic decisions from product creation to discontinuation.
Key Responsibilities Analyze various data sets and report outcomes to drive data-based decisions across the product lifecycle. Conduct monthly inventory reviews of finished goods to reduce slow-moving or obsolete items (SLOBs). Develop runout scenarios for new product introductions or transitions to help establish transition timing. Support manufacturing network design projects, including the management of dual sourcing. Create depletion plans for discontinued items and manage end-of-life SKU processes. Gather data on customer inventory levels to forecast potential impacts during transitions and discontinuations. Provide data to inform Design to Value sessions and contribute ideas to cost improvement programs. Collaborate with stakeholders including NPD/NPI, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Marketing, and Project Management. Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Engineering, Chemistry, Finance), Business Management, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
Experience:
Must possess an understanding of the product lifecycle and its phases. Experience should include interpreting large data sets, sharing insights with peers, and managing time against multiple priorities. Candidates must be able to collaborate effectively in both virtual and in-person settings.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required. Candidates should have a general understanding of item set up tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with SAP, particularly SAP OTC. Experience with JDA software. Experience using Power BI reports and understanding of data science principles. Experience with SAP WP1 is a bonus.
Work Environment
This position is based in the Shelton office with a hybrid schedule, likely requiring onsite presence Tuesday through Thursday. Travel may be required up to 10-20%.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview:
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Location:
Shelton, Connecticut (Partial Remote)
Employment Type:
Contract
Role Overview
This role supports the Product Lifecycle Manager in initiatives driving the product portfolio through its lifecycle. The position involves close collaboration with the Product Lifecycle Manager and the end-to-end supply chain. This is a key support function for the business unit, focusing on data analysis to inform strategic decisions from product creation to discontinuation.
Key Responsibilities Analyze various data sets and report outcomes to drive data-based decisions across the product lifecycle. Conduct monthly inventory reviews of finished goods to reduce slow-moving or obsolete items (SLOBs). Develop runout scenarios for new product introductions or transitions to help establish transition timing. Support manufacturing network design projects, including the management of dual sourcing. Create depletion plans for discontinued items and manage end-of-life SKU processes. Gather data on customer inventory levels to forecast potential impacts during transitions and discontinuations. Provide data to inform Design to Value sessions and contribute ideas to cost improvement programs. Collaborate with stakeholders including NPD/NPI, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Marketing, and Project Management. Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Engineering, Chemistry, Finance), Business Management, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
Experience:
Must possess an understanding of the product lifecycle and its phases. Experience should include interpreting large data sets, sharing insights with peers, and managing time against multiple priorities. Candidates must be able to collaborate effectively in both virtual and in-person settings.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required. Candidates should have a general understanding of item set up tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with SAP, particularly SAP OTC. Experience with JDA software. Experience using Power BI reports and understanding of data science principles. Experience with SAP WP1 is a bonus.
Work Environment
This position is based in the Shelton office with a hybrid schedule, likely requiring onsite presence Tuesday through Thursday. Travel may be required up to 10-20%.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview:
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.