Sr. Technical Program Manager, Supply Chain

## Sr. Technical Program Manager, Supply Chain Apply remote type:
Hybrid locations:
Fremont, South Bldg, California - USAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
NX-3821
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* Job Description:

**** Job Summary
** The
** Sr. Technical Program Manager, Supply Chain
** will be based in
** Fremont, CA
** and report to Supply Chain Program Management org.

The Program Manager leads cross-functional programs in Hardware New Product Introduction (NPI), qualification, production ramp and/or Post Ramp Qualification through EOM.As the single-threaded owner within Supply Chain and Operations, this role is accountable for schedule, cost, quality, manufacturing readiness, automation readiness, and risk management — ensuring on-time, on-quality, and on-cost execution aligned to business objectives.

This leader demonstrates Accountability by owning outcomes end-to-end, Collaboration by partnering across global teams, Customer Focus by delivering what matters most, Innovation by driving scalable automation and process improvements, and Integrity by making principled, data-driven decisions.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Program Ownership & Results
*** Serve as single-threaded owner for assigned programs — committing to outcomes and delivering results with urgency and discipline.
* Develop and manage integrated program plans across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and external partners.
* Lead NPI builds (xVT, pilot, ramp, and/or post ramp qualifications) ensuring readiness across materials, test, tooling, and factory operations.
* Drive structured execution, clear milestones, and strong say-do ratio across all stakeholders.
** Business Acumen & ROI
*** Understand and support the program business case, including cost targets, margin objectives, and customer commitments.
* Evaluate capital investments, automation initiatives, and sourcing strategies using ROI and Total Cost of Ownership principles.
* Make balanced tradeoff decisions connecting technical execution to financial performance and long-term scalability.
** Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Automation Readiness
*** Coordinate the delivery with the contract manufactures of products through the NPI to ensure on-time “turn” for material procurement, product assembly and product testing, field testing & PPAP.
* Identify and mitigate material, capacity, and operational risks.
* Assess and advance automation readiness across manufacturing and test environments to improve throughput, quality, and scalability.
* Champion process improvements that simplify workflows and increase reliability.
** Risk, Problem Solving & Intelligent Decision-Making
*** Proactively identify risks and drive mitigation plans with transparency and urgency.
* Lead structured root cause and corrective action efforts when issues arise.
* Demonstrate resilience under pressure and adaptability in dynamic environments.
* Challenge the status quo and take intelligent risks that move the business forward.
** Communication & Leadership
*** Act as primary liaison between internal teams and external partners.
* The ability to influence others and negotiate solutions in critical decisions.
* Communicate clearly and respectfully at all levels, fostering trust and alignment.
* Encourage curiosity by actively listening and incorporating diverse perspectives.
* Model integrity, respect, and accountability in all interactions.
** Minimum Qualifications
*** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience) with 8–12 years of experience in operations, hardware program management, NPI, manufacturing, or supply chain operations; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 6–8 years of experience in the same areas.
* Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional programs from development through production ramp.
* Understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., PCBA, Box Build assembly, machining, Injection molding, automation) and supply chain functions.
* Familiarity with PLM systems, change management, and manufacturing test processes.
* Proven ability to influence without authority and deliver results in fast-paced environments.
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Master’s degree…