Launch Manager

Job Description A client of Insight Global is seeking a Launch Manager to lead new product introductions and manufacturing readiness activities from planning through production ramp-up. This role will coordinate cross‑functional teams across engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, and manufacturing to ensure successful product launches. The ideal candidate has proven experience leading product launches in a manufacturing environment, driving accountability across multiple teams, managing risks, and ensuring readiness for production. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to View email address on click.appcast.io. To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements 5+ years of experience leading product launches, NPI, or major operational changes in a manufacturing environment. Strong manufacturing launch experience with ownership of readiness from planning through pilot builds and production ramp. Experience coordinating cross‑functional teams across engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, maintenance, production, and program/product management. Strong understanding of manufacturing readiness, including BOM readiness, material planning, capacity planning, equipment/tooling readiness, warehousing, and production flow. Experience developing and managing launch plans, stage gates, readiness reviews, risk mitigation plans, and issue resolution. Ability to drive accountability across multiple workstreams and SME teams simultaneously. Strong communication skills with both shop‑floor personnel and leadership teams. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or related field preferred. * Automotive or HVAC manufacturing/launch experience. APQP, PPAP, or stage‑gate launch methodology experience. ERP/MRP experience supporting BOM management, parts ordering, and launch execution. #J-18808-Ljbffr Insight Global