Fluence · 1 day ago
Sr. Manager – PLM, Product Data & Configuration
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $189K/yr
10+ years expFluence is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. The Senior PLM Manager – Product Data & Configuration owns the enterprise strategy and execution of the Product Lifecycle Management function, ensuring product data accuracy and effective change management across the organization.
EnergyEnergy StorageRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
PLM Ownership & Administration
Serve as the primary functional owner for the PLM system, including configuration, data model, lifecycle definitions, workflows, and integrations to SAP S/4 and other enterprise systems
Define, implement, and maintain standards for product structures (EBOM, MBOM, SBOM, service BOM), part attributes, classification, and revision / version control
Partner with IT and integration teams to support middleware interfaces, regression testing, and change management for PLM-related integrations
Product Data Configuration & Architecture
Architect and maintain robust product data structures supporting:
Engineering BOMs (EBOMs), Manufacturing BOMs (MBOMs), Service BOMs (SBOMs), sales/configuration BOMs, MSRP BOMs
Build-to-print, OEM, and bulk/commodity parts, including procurement and inventory attributes
Service parts (CRUs, FRUs, kits) and field-replaceable structures
Define and govern configuration rules for configurable and engineer-to-order products, working closely with Systems Engineering, Sales Ops, and Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering Change Management & Material Disposition
Own the end-to-end ECO/ECR/DCO and MCO processes: policies, workflows, SLAs, approvals, and metrics
Implement and enforce standardized material disposition options (e.g., scrap, use-as-is, use-up, rework, repair-to-current-rev) across Engineering and Operations
Ensure robust impact analysis, effectivity, implementation planning, and communication for all changes, including to contract manufacturers and suppliers
Document Control & Quality / Regulatory Alignment
Lead the document control function: document types, metadata, templates, versioning, and retention schedules
Implement and maintain PLM-based QMS documentation architecture supporting ISO 9001 and relevant regulatory frameworks (RoHS, WEEE, FCC, CE, conflict minerals, others as applicable)
Support internal and external audits as the front-office lead for document and change management, ensuring traceability, readiness, and corrective actions
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Supplier Engagement
Work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Quality, Reliability, and Firmware/Software engineering teams to drive consistent usage of PLM and change processes
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, and Operations to ensure accurate and timely data flow to SAP S/4, Coupa (or other procurement tools), contract manufacturers, and 3PL/logistics partners
Enable secure and controlled data/drawing sharing with suppliers and contract manufacturers via PLM and related collaboration tools
Team Leadership, People Management & Capability Building
Build and directly manage the PLM team, including configuration, change, and document control analysts as direct reports; own all aspects of people management including hiring, performance reviews, compensation recommendations, and termination decisions; provide coaching, goal-setting, and career development
Define functional roles and responsibilities for PLM users across Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain, and drive adoption through training and ongoing support
Create and maintain training materials, user guides, and best practices; run regular onboarding and refresher sessions for PLM and change processes
Continuous Improvement & Metrics
Establish and track KPIs for data quality, ECO/ECR cycle time, first-pass yield of changes, supplier and CMO responsiveness, and system usage/adoption
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in product data configuration, workflow efficiency, and integration robustness; partner with the PLM–ERP Integration Program Director on roadmap and prioritization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or related technical discipline
10+ years of experience in configuration management, PLM administration, engineering change management, or related roles in hardware-centric companies (e.g., high-tech, energy, industrial, EPC, or complex manufacturing)
5+ years working directly with a PLM platform (Windchill strongly preferred; Agile, Teamcenter, Arena, or equivalent considered) including system configuration and administration
Proven experience designing and managing product structures (EBOM/MBOM/SBOM), configurable BOMs, and service parts architecture (CRUs, FRUs, kits)
Hands-on experience supporting or integrating PLM with ERP (SAP S/4 preferred) and other enterprise systems (MES, CRM, procurement platforms such as Coupa)
Demonstrated experience directly managing teams of 3+ employees, including full responsibility for hiring, performance management, resource allocation, and professional development
Experience managing program budgets and allocating resources across multiple workstreams or projects
Strong understanding of NPI/NPD processes, hardware development lifecycles, and contract manufacturing models
Experience operating in ISO 9001 environments and implementing or maintaining QMS processes within PLM
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance documentation such as RoHS, WEEE, FCC, CE, conflict minerals, and similar certifications
Deep knowledge of PLM concepts: product configuration, lifecycle states, workflows, change management, and effectivity
Strong understanding of BOM management, part classification, attributes, and product data semantics across PLM and ERP
Analytical, structured problem-solving skills with ability to work in environments with low initial data/process maturity and build discipline
Excellent cross-functional communication and facilitation skills—able to align Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, and Quality around common processes and standards
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, rapidly growing, multi-site, multi-cultural environment with evolving organization and responsibilities
Strong documentation, training, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred
Experience in multi-regional or multinational EPC, energy, or advanced manufacturing companies
Experience with contract manufacturer and 3PL logistics integration into PLM/QMS and change processes
Background in process reengineering and startup or scale-up environments where processes and roles are being defined
Relevant certifications (e.g., CMII, PMP, Six Sigma, PTC certifications, SAP certifications)
Company
Fluence
Fluence makes energy storage technology solutions and services. It is a sub-organization of AES.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$525MKey Investors
Qatar Investment Authority
2024-12-10Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2023-12-05Post Ipo Secondary
2021-10-28IPO
Leadership Team
Julian Nebreda
President & CEO
Carol Couch
SVP, Chief Supply Chain & Manufacturing Officer
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