Technical Program Manager

JOB TITLE:
Technical Program Manager

LOCATION:

Hayward, CA (Hybrid)
PAY RANGE: $93 - $103/hr.
DURATION: 6 months

• 8–10 years of experience managing complex cross‑functional technical programs
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, APQP/PPAP, and supplier/manufacturing processes
• Advanced data analytics skills with proven ability to develop metrics, dashboards, and reports

As a Technical Program Manager within the Supplier Quality Team, you will help track key supplier quality metrics and ensure APQP & PPAP readiness across our Global Supply Chain. You will own strategic quality projects essential to scaling our suppliers and help with development and continuous improvement of key business applications such as Supplier Deviations, APQP, & PPAP. Additionally, you will help support supplier approval to build & ship milestones.

In this role you will work cross‑functionally with Supplier Quality, Corporate Quality, Engineering, Sourcing, Logistics, Manufacturing, & Business Applications. You will develop project schedules, identify milestones, flag risks, and clearly communicate ongoing progress to relevant stakeholders. You will ensure all groups understand their priorities and are coordinated, on track, and on budget.

Candidates should have proven technical skills in data and analysis that they can leverage to balance competing priorities and drive execution. Successful candidates can demonstrate intrinsic ownership of their projects while empowering their team in a dynamic environment.

• Translate the top‑down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed product road maps, timelines, dashboards, and deliverables
• Provide clear, well‑structured, and concise communications tailored to the appropriate audience
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders at all levels, from individual contributors to executive leadership
• Ensure project team understands what they need to deliver at all times, and define and manage processes and regular meetings
• Develop standard reports that concisely and effectively communicate program status, issues, risks, and accomplishments to key stakeholders
• Ensure problems are transparent and risks are identified and proactively mitigated
• Drive the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of business applications Deviations, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
• Develop, track, and report on key quality metrics to identify systemic issues, measure supplier performance, and drive data‑informed improvements

• BS degree or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline
• 8‑10 years of experience in program management or similar role
• Working‑level knowledge of quality systems & methods, supply chain management, and manufacturing
• Proven track record in managing complex cross‑functional projects
• Excellent communication, organizational, & data analytic skills

• Master’s degree

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full‑time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.