Program Manager

Payrate: $ - $
 

Summary:

We are looking for individuals who desire to be on the ground floor of a breakthrough technology and help build a world class supply chain.

This strategic sourcing manager will work closely with Hardware Engineering, Technical Program Management, Finance and Technical Operations during the product development cycle from prototype to mass production to ensure successful product launch.

The person will lead sourcing activities related to new technologies and innovative manufacturing processes to realize design intent while optimizing quality versus cost, driving sustainability and championing continuous improvement throughout the lifecycle of products.


Responsibilities:

Drive early supplier engagement in New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs

Establish supplier selection criteria, evaluate suppliers, manage the supplier selection process, and drive final supplier selection in partnership with hardware engineering, manufacturing design engineering, and supplier quality team

Negotiate master agreements and SOW with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, flexibility, quality, delivery, payment, warranty and service terms

Lead design and cost trade-off conversation during development stages to influence production design and manufacturing processes for the best decision of the product

Develop and implement supplier performance measurement system and conduct periodic supplier business reviews with the management and cross functional team

Influence the direction of suppliers' business investments and roadmaps to align with Company's strategic goals for mechanical technology development

Lead total cost reduction program to achieve the lowest possible total cost which covers product cost, transportation cost, inventory cost and cost of quality

Utilizes should-cost models to inform negotiation strategies, identify cost reduction opportunities, and optimize supplier pricing

Collaborate with cross functional teams within Company and supply base to drive product and process improvements

Builds relationships with peers and stakeholders on organization-wide initiatives, obtaining alignment on objectives and articulating strategy, with a focus on driving growth and innovation in mechanical categories

Proactively identifies new opportunities outside of their functional area and leads cross-functional organizational initiatives to drive innovation and growth in mechanical categories

Manage supplier scorecards and SOW contracts

Qualification:

PMP certification

Coordinate the CMM Ops team keeping us all on track for standard structure ( Off-Site Action Follow-up, Supplier Briefs, Approval Outlook Dates, Upcoming Events, etc.)

-+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, sourcing, or contract manufacturing management

+ years of direct experience with contract manufacturing, including managing Asia-based suppliers

Strong leadership, program management, and cross-functional teamwork skills

Ability to communicate and influence at all levels of management

Experience operating in dynamic, high-volume, consumer electronics or similar environments

PMP certification

Experience navigating ambiguity and prioritizing multiple workstreams

Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the is: $ - $ Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience and the benefits package you select.

Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages.

Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid days off, (k) plan participation, commuter benefits and life and disability insurance.


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