Plexus Corporation

Manager - Applications Management - PLM

Plexus Corporation • $112K — $169K *
Neenah, WI 54956In-Person
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of relevant experience in PLM technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with major PLM platforms (e.g., Agile, Teamcenter, Windchill, Enovia).
  • Deep knowledge of product data management practices.
  • Understanding of product development lifecycles and engineering change management processes.
  • Advanced problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Drive PLM service excellence and high-quality user support.
  • Manage integration of PLM solutions with ERP and other systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize PLM workflows.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance IT and business processes.
  • Oversee vendor relationships for PLM software services.
  • Exemplify core values and mentor team members for growth.
  • Adhere to cybersecurity policies and mitigate vulnerabilities.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities and coaching.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams.
  • Exposure to the latest PLM technologies and software.
  • Minimal travel requirements, allowing for work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Purpose Statement: Lead and manage the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) information technology team, delivering end-to-end PLM system services which are aligned with and effectively support engineering, manufacturing, and IT strategies, goals and operations.

Key Job Accountabilities:
  • Drive PLM service excellence by managing software configurations, maintaining strict data integrity, following change management processes, and providing high-quality user support for the global PLM platform.
  • Manage the integration of PLM solutions with ERP, MES, CIM/CAM and other enterprise systems to ensure seamless data flow and process continuity across the enterprise.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and quality to optimize PLM workflows and data management practices.
  • Identify opportunities to improve overall information technology and business processes to improve organizational efficiency.
  • Oversee vendor relationships with PLM software providers to ensure service levels are met and future roadmap alignment.
  • Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. The leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.
  • Uphold the organization's cybersecurity posture by adhering to security policies and procedures, actively participating in training, protecting data and systems, actively identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities, and promptly reporting any suspicious activity or potential security incidents.


Education/Experience Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor's Degree with 5 or more years of related experience is preferred, specifically including hands-on experience with major PLM platforms (e.g., Agile, Teamcenter, Windchill, Enovia) and deep knowledge of product data management (PDM) practices.


Other Qualifications:
  • Deep understanding of product development lifecycles (PDL) and engineering change management processes.
  • Advanced decision making and problem solving skills.
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal, communication and leadership skills; ability to motivate people and manage resources effectively and work with business partners to achieve goals.
  • Business acumen, knowledge and professionalism; understand how a business operates with the ability to develop and articulate the value proposition of a new process.
  • Functional expertise in project management skills
  • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of the product development lifecycle and proficiency with engineering collaboration tools.


Physical Requirements:
  • Professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise level. May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and other office equipment. Minimal physical activity is generally involved, emphasizing the importance of good posture and ergonomic workplace arrangements.


Travel Requirements:
  • Minimal travel may be required to meet the needs of the business (10%).


This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

About Plexus Corporation

Plexus Corporation is an American multinational electronics manufacturing services company headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin. The company provides a range of services to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the aerospace and defense, healthcare, industrial, and semiconductor industries. Plexus' services include design and engineering, supply chain management, assembly and testing, and after-market services. The company operates in North America, Europe, and Asia and has manufacturing facilities in over 20 countries. Plexus was founded in 1979 and went public in 1988.
Learn more about Plexus Corporation
Size
19,200 employees
Market Cap
$2.8 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$122.6 million
Founded
2011
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$3.3 billion
NASDAQ
PLXS
* Ladders Estimates

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