Product Manager (Hardware Lifecycle & Supply Chain)
mujininc · Tokyo, Japan (MJHQ) ·
- Work mode
- Onsite
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Hardware
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Visa sponsorship
- Yes
mujininc · Tokyo, Japan (MJHQ) ·
Mujin is a global leader in industrial automation, redefining supply chain efficiency through MujinOS—our intelligent operating system for robotics. At our core is Machine Intelligence (MujinMI), a unique approach that leverages real-time digital twins and advanced perception, planning, and control algorithms to achieve fully autonomous operations.
Our flagship product, MujinController, empowers users with a highly configurable, no-code interface. By integrating cutting-edge motion planning and computer vision, it enables seamless automation for complex applications such as palletizing, picking, and truck unloading.
Headquartered in Japan with a growing presence in the US, China, and Europe, we invite you to join a dynamic environment where you can shape the future of automation.
Identify and evaluate potential ODM/OEM partners to meet defined requirements.
Gather and clarify product requirements from internal stakeholders (e.g., engineering, sales, operations).
Translate business and technical requirements into product specifications for supplier evaluation.
Source and propose suitable products or solutions based on cost, performance, and compliance needs.
Collaborate with internal teams to refine product requirements and development direction.
Monitor component lifecycle status and identify obsolescence risks.
Evaluate impact of EOL/PCN notices on product BOMs.
Lead mitigation actions (e.g., last-time buy, second-source qualification, design updates).
Manage and release PCNs, including documentation, impact assessment, and stakeholder communication.
Identify long lead-time components and coordinate planning to mitigate supply risks.
Review project deliverables to ensure alignment with requirements, specifications, and timelines.
Coordinate with testing laboratories or certification bodies on test requirements and schedules.
Ensure testing activities align with project timelines and compliance needs.
Assess and review supplier performance annually based on quality, delivery, and compliance.
Review supplier non-conformance reports, verify root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and approve closure of corrective actions.
Coordinate with internal teams and external parties on non-conforming units, including investigation, resolution, and follow-up actions.
Required Professional Experience:
3–6 years in Hardware Product Management, Product Engineering, or Strategic Sourcing.
Proven track record working with OEM/ODM suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams.
Hands-on experience in component lifecycle management and BOM analysis.
Technical & Functional Skills:
Ability to translate complex business needs into technical hardware requirements.
Strong understanding of hardware manufacturing processes and quality control.
Familiarity with international hardware compliance and certification frameworks.
Preferred (Nice-to-Have):
Experience in the robotics, industrial automation, or high-tech hardware sectors.
Experience with cost-modeling and supplier contract negotiation.
3-8-5 Tatsumi, Koto-Ku, Tokyo 135-0053, Japan
8:45 - 17:45 (with a 60-minute break)