Cognizant
Senior Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Analyst
Cognizant, Mountain View, California, us, 94039
Overview
Cognizant is a leading provider of IT and BPO services, delivering critical initiatives to a variety of global clients. PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) services within the New Product Introduction team include assigning internal part numbers and attributes to all items, organizing Bills of Material (BOMs) to enable logistics services to export equipment as parts or assemblies globally, and ensuring information about each part number supports customs compliance and duties.
The
Sr PLM Analyst
will work with Buyer/Planner and PLM roles at different manufacturing vendors to source materials and manage BOM-related tasks. The services described cover full product life cycles: the new product phase and ongoing life-cycle support. Travel to manufacturing locations may be required from time to time. This is a hybrid role and requires 2-3 days in the office each week in Palo Alto.
Only local candidates will be considered that do not need to relocate. Role Responsibilities
PLM Services administration of an Oracle Agile PLM instance for past, present and future related hardware systems. Creating and administering internal Part Numbers, coordinating with engineers and program managers (via bugs and tickets) to structure Engineering and production Bills of Material. Manage all tickets and Engineering Change Orders for parts and bills of material. Support the creation, processing and implementation of Bill of Materials, Engineering Change Orders, Manufacturer Change Orders, Deviations and all other Configuration Management activities, using Oracle Agile software. Remain current with internal processes and standards for PLM management. Address tickets in a timely way from both Engineering, NPI team and from manufacturers’ PLM staff. Conduct high-level BOM Reviews to procure necessary documentation, including revisions of not just ordered part numbers but all subassemblies and documentation. Report on template BOMs and initial BOMs for new products and subsystems created within SLA. Report on Engineering Change Orders, Manufacturer Change Orders, Deviations conducted within 48 hours (business days), and backlog outside SLA. Consult with change originator or others to resolve discrepancies, rejections and complete change package ECR/ECN’s, mark-ups, effectiveness, and disposition. Manage Revision Compatibility, Commodity-based Part Number Formats and Windchill PLM Change Order Workflows. Coordinate Change Orders through Review / Approval / Data Transfer Process. Facilitate timely review, correction, and approval. Monitor and escalate past-due approval tasks. Ensure accurate transfer of ECR/ECN, Controlled Part Number and BOM Data from Agile PLM to Oracle ERP System. Communicate with Engineering, other cross-functional departments and relevant 3rd parties (e.g. makers of off-the-shelf products). Main tools: An Oracle Agile PLM instance, spreadsheets, internal ticket system and Bug tracker Deliverables. Create template BOMs and initial BOMs for new products in sync with the Geo Hardware product lifecycle milestones (a typical pattern of: prototypes, EVT, DVT, PVT, production). Respond to and resolve all Engineering Change Orders, Manufacturer Change Orders, Deviations within 48 business hours. Ping past-due task owners within 24 business hours. Participate in afternoon meetings with manufacturer counterparts located in East Asian time zones - BOM reviews and review of Change Orders. The contract manufacturer PLM team will have dotted line responsibility to the Geo PLM lead. Before all major review milestones ensure compliance of BOMs for AML/AVL information and applicable support documents including MPN, Specs, RoHS certificates and other applicable attributes. Desired Skills & Experience
5-7+ years of experience implementing or supporting Agile PLM At least a High school graduate or equivalent Broad understanding of Oracle E-business supply chain modules such as PIM, Inventory Management, Order Management, and Bills of Material Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to operate and communicate effectively with people at all levels of the business. Comfortable with a rapidly-changing environment Strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail Able to work independently, motivated, proactive attitude with a passion for learning and creative problem solving Agile/SAP a Plus Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between $90,000 - $109,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. LA County (only):
Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment. Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
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Cognizant is a leading provider of IT and BPO services, delivering critical initiatives to a variety of global clients. PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) services within the New Product Introduction team include assigning internal part numbers and attributes to all items, organizing Bills of Material (BOMs) to enable logistics services to export equipment as parts or assemblies globally, and ensuring information about each part number supports customs compliance and duties.
The
Sr PLM Analyst
will work with Buyer/Planner and PLM roles at different manufacturing vendors to source materials and manage BOM-related tasks. The services described cover full product life cycles: the new product phase and ongoing life-cycle support. Travel to manufacturing locations may be required from time to time. This is a hybrid role and requires 2-3 days in the office each week in Palo Alto.
Only local candidates will be considered that do not need to relocate. Role Responsibilities
PLM Services administration of an Oracle Agile PLM instance for past, present and future related hardware systems. Creating and administering internal Part Numbers, coordinating with engineers and program managers (via bugs and tickets) to structure Engineering and production Bills of Material. Manage all tickets and Engineering Change Orders for parts and bills of material. Support the creation, processing and implementation of Bill of Materials, Engineering Change Orders, Manufacturer Change Orders, Deviations and all other Configuration Management activities, using Oracle Agile software. Remain current with internal processes and standards for PLM management. Address tickets in a timely way from both Engineering, NPI team and from manufacturers’ PLM staff. Conduct high-level BOM Reviews to procure necessary documentation, including revisions of not just ordered part numbers but all subassemblies and documentation. Report on template BOMs and initial BOMs for new products and subsystems created within SLA. Report on Engineering Change Orders, Manufacturer Change Orders, Deviations conducted within 48 hours (business days), and backlog outside SLA. Consult with change originator or others to resolve discrepancies, rejections and complete change package ECR/ECN’s, mark-ups, effectiveness, and disposition. Manage Revision Compatibility, Commodity-based Part Number Formats and Windchill PLM Change Order Workflows. Coordinate Change Orders through Review / Approval / Data Transfer Process. Facilitate timely review, correction, and approval. Monitor and escalate past-due approval tasks. Ensure accurate transfer of ECR/ECN, Controlled Part Number and BOM Data from Agile PLM to Oracle ERP System. Communicate with Engineering, other cross-functional departments and relevant 3rd parties (e.g. makers of off-the-shelf products). Main tools: An Oracle Agile PLM instance, spreadsheets, internal ticket system and Bug tracker Deliverables. Create template BOMs and initial BOMs for new products in sync with the Geo Hardware product lifecycle milestones (a typical pattern of: prototypes, EVT, DVT, PVT, production). Respond to and resolve all Engineering Change Orders, Manufacturer Change Orders, Deviations within 48 business hours. Ping past-due task owners within 24 business hours. Participate in afternoon meetings with manufacturer counterparts located in East Asian time zones - BOM reviews and review of Change Orders. The contract manufacturer PLM team will have dotted line responsibility to the Geo PLM lead. Before all major review milestones ensure compliance of BOMs for AML/AVL information and applicable support documents including MPN, Specs, RoHS certificates and other applicable attributes. Desired Skills & Experience
5-7+ years of experience implementing or supporting Agile PLM At least a High school graduate or equivalent Broad understanding of Oracle E-business supply chain modules such as PIM, Inventory Management, Order Management, and Bills of Material Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to operate and communicate effectively with people at all levels of the business. Comfortable with a rapidly-changing environment Strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail Able to work independently, motivated, proactive attitude with a passion for learning and creative problem solving Agile/SAP a Plus Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between $90,000 - $109,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. LA County (only):
Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment. Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
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