Responsible for the successful introduction and execution of new or existing programs. Leads strategic and cost reduction initiatives as needed.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Responsible for Manufacturing readiness for New Program Introduction.
• Responsible to lead and coordinate TOW's and Flexing projects between plants.
• The forward-looking contact for manufacturing and non-manufacturing for incoming introductions and enhancement programs.
• Communicate with our employees, commercial brand leaders and customers as needed to support new & existing products.
• Coordinate & communicate capacity constraints and recommended solutions for product launches and larger project business when requested.
• Will work with cross-functional staff to clarify objectives, resource allocation, execution plan and timelines.
• When required, facilitate cross-functional resolution for on-time or quality concerns.
• Will own updates, status reports and communication of introductions and new programs across the organization required for alignment and to maintain commitments.
• Will support pilot runs and quoting as needed for large product modification or Project sized orders.
• Will be a contributing member of the Engineering Change meetings.
• Conduct Customer Tours when required.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in this area of responsibility and identifies cost reduction opportunities within the business.
• Support the Vision and Guiding Principles and Corporate Goals of Kimball International.
• Support safety and environmental efforts to better serve our employees and community.

Support our Quality Policy.