[Remote] Director, Data Center Passive Materials NPI

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Oracle is a leading company that combines data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to drive industry innovations. The Director of Data Center Passive Materials NPI will be responsible for managing the NPI pipeline, ensuring readiness for new builds, and driving cross-functional leadership to enhance product development processes.ResponsibilitiesNPI strategy and executionStand up and operate the passive materials NPI pipeline: intake → prioritize → spec → qualify → supplier readiness → standards → catalog/BOM integration → forecasting enablement → release gates → rollout adoptionDrive “first-time-right” readiness for new builds and transitions (including multi‑planar and new fabrics), reducing reactive shortages and supplemental BOMsRelease gates and validationImplement and operationalize a passive kit completeness gate (Rack Template ↔ BOM ↔ Cut Sheet/Patch Matrix), including enforcement mechanisms and measurable complianceEnsure rack SKU “kit-of-parts” definitions include ride‑along kit contents and are integrated into BOM tooling and build readiness checklistsCross-functional leadership / governanceEstablish clear RACI and operating cadence across Design, Networking, Automation, HOM/SCO, Demand Planning, Delivery, and external partners/LVVs where applicableCreate governance for standards and templates: versioning, sign-off, audits, and change controlBuild-acceleration NPIsIdentify and land OCI-driven improvements not tied to fabric changes (e.g., new panels/hardware, cable labeling/color/serialization practices, kitting/packaging improvements, selective prefab), with measurable outcomes (time-to-deploy, defect reduction)Constrained parts and supplier readinessOwn the Top Constrained Passive Parts program: alternate qualification strategy, supplier capacity/ramp plans, risk mitigation, and conversion into orderable/catalog-ready partsSoftware + data systems enablementPartner with Automation/Tooling teams to translate standards/kit logic into scalable software capabilities (validation APIs, checksum/reconciliation, dashboards, exception workflows)Drive visibility with exec-ready metrics and dashboards (supplemental BOM rate, kit completeness pass rate, forecast late adds, build stop incidents)Skills10+ years (or equivalent) leading cross-functional programs and a team of HW/SW/NW engineers in NPI, supply chain readiness, infra hardware, data center deployment, or network/optical systemsDemonstrated leadership of programs spanning software systems + physical infrastructure (e.g., tooling, data models, validation workflows)Strong working knowledge of fiber/optical structured cabling concepts (MPO/LC ecosystems, polarity/keying, fanout/termination architectures, intra‑rack vs inter‑rack practices)Proven ability to drive alignment across engineering, operations, sourcing, and suppliers; ability to set process guardrails and enforce release readinessExperience with data center network deployments (leaf/spine, fabric transitions, high-density rack builds) and understanding of rack-level constructabilityFamiliarity with BOM/cut sheet/patch matrix workflows and the failure modes that cause build stops (template gaps, ownership ambiguity, late adds inside lead time)Experience implementing release gates, catalog readiness controls, or 'orderable + buildable' readiness checks for new partsBackground in supplier qualification, alternates strategy, and forecasting enablement for long-lead materialsExperience driving 'build acceleration' improvements (prefab/kitting, labeling standards, error-proofing practices)BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinionShort term disability and long term disabilityLife insurance and AD&DSupplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending AccountsPre-tax commuter and parking benefits401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company matchPaid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.11 paid holidaysPaid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.Paid parental leaveAdoption assistanceEmployee Stock Purchase PlanFinancial planning and group legalVoluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insuranceCompany OverviewOracle is an integrated cloud application and platform services that sells a range of enterprise information technology solutions. It was founded in 1977, and is headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.oracle.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipOracle has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 118 in 2026, 1271 in 2025, 846 in 2024, 995 in 2023, 1192 in 2022, 985 in 2021, 755 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.