Product Lifecycle New Product Program Manager

Role overview

Product Lifecycle New Product Program Manager at Cisco

Responsibilities

• You will lead cross-functional teams through the entire product lifecycle, ensuring critical milestones are achieved, risks are proactively mitigated, and rigorous quality standards are upheld.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field. 8+ years of experience in project management, with a focus on product development or product lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams and complex projects without direct authority within a fast-paced environment.
• Expert-level understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) methodologies and tools.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and customer management skills.

Preferred qualifications and skills

• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Validated experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Advanced analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Prior experience within the technology or networking industry.

Employment details

• Location: Bangalore [India]

About the employer

• Our team is a dynamic and collaborative group united by a shared passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence.

Additional role details

• Meet the Team .
• We foster a culture of open communication, mutual respect, and continuous learning, where every voice is valued and encouraged to contribute.
• Our mission is Think Really Big, Play to Win, Drive Durable Growth.
• What truly makes us an exciting place to work is our dedication to pushing boundaries, embracing new ideas, and celebrating both individual achievements and collective successes.
• We offer a stimulating environment where you can grow your career, make a real impact, and be part of something truly meaningful.
• Your Impact .
• The Cisco Supply Chain Product Operations team is looking for a motivated and skilled Product Lifecycle New Product Project Manager to drive the successful introduction of new products to market.
• This is a unique opportunity to shape product strategy and drive operational excellence across Cisco’s global landscape.
• Responsibilities include.
• End-to-End Lifecycle Management: Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for New Product Introductions (NPI), from initial concept through to launch and post-launch support.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Facilitate seamless collaboration between Engineering, Product Management, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Sales teams.
• Strategic Planning: Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in close partnership with senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify, track, and resolve project risks and issues to ensure timely and successful delivery.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor project performance, manage budget allocations, and provide consistent status updates toS takeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive process enhancements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of our product lifecycle management frameworks.