Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. · 10 hours ago
Director, Platforming Strategy (Electrical & Outdoor)
Towson, MD, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$116K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expStanley Black & Decker, Inc. is a leading global company known for its innovative tools and outdoor equipment. They are seeking a Director of Platforming Strategy to set the vision and execution roadmap for platform initiatives, overseeing scalable solutions and collaborating with executive leadership to drive business growth and operational excellence.
IndustrialManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Own Platform Architecture in Coordination with Chief & Product Management (CGO) to Define Product Roadmap
Define Modules to be Used in New Product Prior to Design Center Execution Design guide, Ensure that the re-use of components is maximized & that cost is a key driver of selection. Clearly understand product Trade-Off’s to deliver the optimized platform solution
Ensure that NPD projects are fully scoped with all SKUs in consideration. Support the portfolio optimization team to ensure that we deliver a fully refined portfolio as we progress the product lifecycle
Identify standardization opportunities within both NPD & Current Products to driver cost improvement for our products
Own Platform Integrity and Associated Module Life Cycles Maintain/build Library-Menus
Identify Technology Roadmaps and Application Needs In Collaboration with Chief Engineers
Platform Reporting (On Time / On Cost / On Quality) at Cross Functional Meetings
Own Platform Cost Walk and Plan to Optimize Cost In Collaboration with CGO, GSC and DTV Partners; Determine Sub-Component / Module Level Product Cost Budget
Collaboration with GSC (Manf., Ops, Purchasing, Eng.) on Footprint Moves & Strategies for Component Costs
Develop a Component NOD Process & Ensure Global Execution
Develop and maintain methods, standard procedures and tools for product platforming strategy implementation
Develop Training for Engineering on how to Leverage Libraries for Speed & Efficiency
Performance Reporting & Analytics of Platforming KPI’s
Manage Methods and Tools for Platforming – Best Practices, Training etc
Collaboration with Cross Function Stakeholders on Training and Adopting New Ways of Working
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in product management, engineering, platform strategy, or technology leadership roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering or related field
Influential Leader with strategic vision that knows the product line and what it takes to drive success
Strong decision-making capabilities, particularly with prioritizing among disparate objectives
Leadership experience from a global company known for innovation and engineering excellence
Strong communication skills – ability to develop/deliver technical presentations
Collaborates and builds consensus with stakeholders and teams to arrive at opportunities that drive innovation
Ability to inspire, influence and lead cross-functional teams
Expert builder of internal and external relationships; inspiring leader to team, colleagues, and broader organization
Well versed in change management and demonstrated capability of managing change globally
Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities
Benefits
Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
Wellness program
Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days
Company
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
For the builders and protectors, for the makers and explorers, for those shaping and reshaping our world through hard work and inspiration, Stanley Black & Decker provides the tools and innovative solutions you can trust to get the job done—and we have since 1843.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$745.4M2023-03-01Post Ipo Debt· $745.4M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Christopher Nelson
President and Chief Executive Officer
Amir Kashani
Director AI and Digital Product Development
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