Cisco

Product Lifecycle Project Manager

Cisco
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $143,100 - $185,900 per yearWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and New Product Introduction (NPI) within supply chain and manufacturing environments, with a strong focus on sustainability initiatives and data analytics for demand forecasting and inventory optimization.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)New Product Introduction (NPI)Bill of Materials (BOM) ManagementData Analytics for Demand ForecastingStrategic Sourcing and Supplier Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead cross-functional teams managing product lifecycle activities, including new product introduction, sustainment, and end-of-life transitions
  • Develop and maintain detailed bill of materials management, including risk assessment and alternate component identification
  • Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to negotiate costs, secure materials, and ensure supply continuity
  • Monitor product performance metrics and implement corrective actions to optimize cost, quality, and delivery
  • Align product operations, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams with production schedules and lifecycle objectives
  • Manage lifecycle documentation, status reporting, and communication of risks and mitigation plans to business partners
  • Support sustainability initiatives through circular economy principles and supplier compliance with environmental standards
  • Use data analytics and reporting tools to forecast demand, identify supply risks, and optimize inventory levels
  • Participate in strategic planning aligned with Cisco’s business goals and sustainability commitments

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 5+ years of experience in Product Lifecycle Management and New Product Introduction (NPI) within a supply chain or manufacturing environment
  • 3+ years of experience managing Bill of Materials (BOM) and delivering Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
  • 3+ years of experience using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and ERP software such as SAP or Oracle
  • 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier collaboration, and cost negotiation
  • Experience incorporating sustainability initiatives and circular economy principles into product lifecycle management
  • Strong data analytics skills for demand forecasting, supply risk identification, and inventory optimization
  • Experience preparing and presenting lifecycle status updates and risk assessments to leadership
  • Experience engaging with engineering teams on design for manufacturability and quality improvements

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available
  • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year
  • 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
  • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
  • Paid year-end holiday shutdown
  • 4 paid days off for personal wellness
  • 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
  • Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees
  • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
  • Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
  • Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
  • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
  • Annual bonuses may be available for non-sales roles

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Hard Skills
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) SystemsMaterial Requirements Planning (MRP)Bill of Materials (BOM)Data AnalyticsCost Negotiation
Soft Skills
Cross-Functional Team LeadershipCommunication of Risks and Mitigation PlansPresentation Skills
Tools & Technologies
SAPOracleReporting Tools
Industry Keywords
Sustainability InitiativesCircular Economy PrinciplesSupply Chain ManagementManufacturing Environment