Favorite Parts of Working in Technology as a NPI Global Supply Manager
Kyle's biggest challenges as a NPI Global Supply Manager stem from the "global aspect" of the role, including time zone differences requiring "late nights" to coordinate with international teams and communication barriers. The inherent risks of working with "new development materials and parts that are not even on the market yet," leading to schedule slips and supply chain uncertainties, also pose significant challenges, but these are viewed as exciting aspects of a cutting-edge role.
Global Supply Chain Management, International Business, New Product Introduction (NPI), Cross-cultural Communication, Project Management
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Kyle Worth
NPI Global Supply Manager
Fortune 100 Technology Company
Arizona State University (ASU) - W. P. Carey
Industrial, Supply Chain Management
Technology
Operations and Project Management
Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Working across global teams presents unique challenges such as time zone differences and language barriers, requiring strong communication and relationship-building skills.
2. The fast-paced nature of working with new products and materials introduces significant scheduling risks, demanding proactive problem-solving and risk mitigation.
3. The role's inherent challenges are also what make it engaging, highlighting the dynamic and rewarding aspects of a career in NPI Global Supply Management within a technology company.
Transcript
What is your biggest challenge in your current role?
What I enjoy most about my role is its global aspect. This presents many challenges, like time differences, language barriers, and cultural differences.
However, these challenges also make the job interesting. Learning about cultural differences and how to develop relationships is rewarding.
The time and language barriers are significant challenges. We have meetings in US time all day, and people often ask for updates on things happening in Taiwan.
If I don't have an immediate answer, I have to say I'll get back to them later. My 5 PM is 8 AM the next morning in Taiwan, which leads to late nights and careful communication.
Another major challenge is working with new product development, using materials and parts that aren't even on the market yet. Schedule slips are unfortunately normal in this environment.
It's exciting to work on next-generation products, but it also brings risks. If a part isn't delivered on time, it creates problems.
Honestly, if these challenges weren't present, I don't know if I'd have a job. They are a give-and-take, and they are definitely part of what I enjoy.