PLM (Change) Manager - Bengaluru

Fictiv Exists to Enable Hardware Innovators to Build Better Products, Faster

Fictiv, coined the “AWS of manufacturing,” is a leading technology company transforming the $350 billion manufacturing industry. Our cutting-edge cloud platform uses AI and machine learning algorithms to help companies build hardware at the speed of software. Come join our growing team!

Impact In This Role:

The PLM (Change) Manager is responsible for developing and managing Fictiv’s PLM system and related process flows and teams as we grow our production business. This role will be highly collaborative with internal Fictiv global teams and Fictiv customers. This is a new IC (Individual contributor) role for Fictiv and you will have the opportunity to build and grow our PLM systems and team.

Areas of Responsibility:

• Manage execution of engineering changes end to end from inception of change request, collation of inputs, impact analysis, to approval and communication of changes
• Collaborate with cross-functional client and internal stakeholders from Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality functions to understand engineering change requests, gather required input, and facilitate change control board discussions
• Derive the business value of each change by conducting cost and impact analysis
• Lead a team of analysts to execute changes in a PLM system
• Metrics reporting, escalation management, drive root cause analysis, and align service delivery towards improving overall business metrics
• Actively challenge input where necessary to enhance accountability and performance.
• Support scoping and implementation of new PLM functions and roles as needed

Desired Traits, Qualifications, Education and Experience:

• Mechanical/Industrial Engineering/Manufacturing/Systems Engineering Degree.
• 3-6 years' experience in Engineering, Design or Product Development with at least 2 years in PLM management/Supply Chain/Procurement/ Manufacturing Functions 
• Strong Analytical skills and a strong understanding of end-to-end product supply chain
• Project Management experience and Ability to lead small teams. Self-starter and driver.
• Excellent communication skills
• ​​Familiarity with ITAR and EAR regulations, particularly ECCN classifications such as 9A515.
• Awareness of how export controls apply to parts, BOMs, and technical data in a PLM system.
• Ability to recognize and flag export-controlled items.
• Candidates with Arena PLM Experience and exposure to hardware manufacturing are strongly preferred. 
• This position will be based in Bangalore, working US PST time zone shift.

About Fictiv

Our Digital Manufacturing Ecosystem is transforming how the next rockets, self-driving cars, and life-saving robots are designed, developed and delivered to customers around the world. 

This transformation is made possible through our technology-backed platform, our global network of manufacturing partners, and our people with deep expertise in hardware and software development.

We’re actively seeking potential teammates who can bring diverse perspectives and experience to our culture and company. We believe inclusion is the best way to create a strong, empathetic team. Our belief is that the best team is born from an environment that emphasizes respect, honesty, collaboration, and growth.

We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, members of the LGBTQ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans.