Program Manager

A globally leading consumer device company based in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Program Manager who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across engineering, procurement, finance, and supplier teams. Successful candidates demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, sound judgment, and a problem-solving mindset, and consistently drive results through collaboration and influence.

• Create and maintain program readiness presentations in Keynote, clearly communicating parts availability, logistics risks, and project timelines to stakeholders.
• Pull, track, and continuously update build schedules, adjusting timelines as project priorities evolve.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, influence outcomes, and manage escalations effectively.
• Manage test station budgets, conduct BOM reviews, request and evaluate quotes for new equipment and technologies, and track installation qualification progress.
• Execute purchase orders against approved planning requisitions, ensuring accuracy of open orders, supplier confirmations, and committed ship dates.
• Negotiate vendor travel rates and accommodations, assess on-site support needs, and ensure strong business justification for spend.
• Maintain accurate data across business systems, including purchase orders, serial numbers, equipment tracking, and budget reporting.
• Monitor and expedite supplier deliveries, proactively addressing delays and keeping systems updated with the latest commitments.
• Coordinate logistics activities including freight pickup, export documentation, customs clearance, and import requirements.
• Partner with commodity managers to improve supplier performance metrics and drive cost-effective supply chain solutions.
• Work closely with warehouse and finance teams to resolve material receipt issues, invoice discrepancies, and credit holds on a daily basis.
• Verify purchase requisitions for accuracy, including cost centers, GL accounts, approval routing, and financial compliance.

• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills
• Proficiency with Keynote and business data systems
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams
• Experience or exposure to procurement, logistics, or supply chain operations
• Proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Type: Contract

Duration: 12 months with extension

Work Location: Sunnyvale, CA (100% onsite)