Launch Manager
Pubblicato il 13-10-2026 - Altro in Tolentino
The position plays a key coordination role across multiple business functions, working closely with the Project Manager to support the launch of new projects. The role is responsible for managing Operations-related aspects during the project start-up phase and ensuring manufacturing readiness for the transition to mass production.
The position reports directly to the Lean & Readiness Manager.
Main activities
Appointed at the Kick-Off meeting as part of the project APQP team
Responsible for the project planning, in allignement with the PM
Ensures the definition of prototypes (modeling), coordinated by the PM
Ensures production planning for the start-up phases, in line with the PM's requests
Ensures the presence of pre-series and series ILCs, created by Engineering under the PM's guidance
Ensures the implementation of Lessons Learned on all new projects during the APQP process
Develops new technologies together with the RID Manager and Engineering
Informs about the receipt of raw materials required for production ordered by the PM, in order to manage their progress in production
Informs about the type of product defined for the project
Ensures the presence of tools/equipment required for production, ordered and managed by Engineering
Ensures the readiness of the RDS/production schedule required for production (created by PM/Logistics) in terms of production, quality inspection, and shipping
Responsible for defining new layouts and refinement of workstations between the start-p phase and series production, coordinating with the Engineering representative
Responsible for production support during the pre-series phase
Education and Technical skills
Diploma or Degree in a technical discipline
Knowledge of Office 365 package
Knowledge of both Italian (C1-C2) and English (B2-C1)
Knowledge of production processes for saddlery
Use of 2D graphic modeling software
DFMEA/PFMEA analysis
Workstation balancing
Ability to statistically analyze data
Skills and abilities
Ability to work in a team while pursuing personal and/or functional objectives
Problem solving
Internal and external customer focus
Leadership and autonomy in managing assigned tasks
Aptitude for change and proactivity in proposing alternative solutions
Workplace
Tolentino (MC)
Conditions
The position offers a employee classification with a gross annual salary of €37-45.000 in line with CCNL Legno Arredo Industria collective agreement. The compensation range indicated in this job posting represents an estimated average range for the position. The final remuneration will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, in accordance with applicable EU pay transparency and pay equity requirements.