Manufacturing Operations Product Program Manager

Cisco•Research Triangle Park, NC

3d•$119,100 - $209,900

About The Position

The Manufacturing Operations team is the driving force behind the planning and execution of Cisco’s Operating Plan across our global manufacturing network. We provide the critical connection between Demand Planning and our Business Units to ensure seamless alignment with key business drivers. Our team focuses on optimizing inventory and buffer levels, managing the buffer process, and executing strategic product transitions. By leveraging deep analytics and scenario planning, we empower data-driven decision-making that directly impacts Cisco's market share and operational efficiency. Join us to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and shape the future of our product lifecycle management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of proven experience in end-to-end supply chain operations, including manufacturing and product lifecycle management
Demonstrated ability to manage a complex, high-impact portfolio exceeding $1B in annual revenue
Strong experience in demand and buffer planning, including development and management of full-stack buffer strategies
Expertise in inventory management and excess & obsolete (E&O) processes, including inventory sizing, scrap analysis, and execution of product transitions
Proven experience in supply chain operations, program management, or business planning within a high-tech or manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Background in scenario planning and strategic planning, with the ability to model performance under varying business conditions and anticipate long-term impacts of decisions
Experience in business sensing and market share analysis, with the ability to translate insights into actionable supply chain strategies
Familiarity with developing and executing PID segmentation strategies
Proven ability to lead cross-functional planning forums and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to influence decision-making and drive execution across organizational boundaries to achieve business goals
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive end-to-end supply chain decisions
Broad understanding of customers, markets, product portfolios, business models, and macroeconomic dynamics, with the ability to connect insights across domain
Effective thought leadership and relationship-building skills that enable strategic business outcomes
Confidence and executive presence to own decisions and influence business partners at all levels
MBA or advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Drive the orchestration of Cisco’s Operating Plan across our manufacturing network, playing a pivotal role in connecting Demand Planning with Business Units to align critical business drivers.
Assist Product Planning and Fulfillment (PPF) teams with the Buffer process, serving as a key interface to the Inventory and Central Services teams.
Develop and track full-stack buffer levels, drive inventory sizing, and manage aging Excess & Obsolete (E&O) inventory to ensure supply-demand alignment and support informed decision-making.
Lead the orchestration of Quarterly Operations Planning Team (OPT) strategic plans, conduct scenario planning, and execute Project ID (PID) segmentation strategies.
Own planning strategies for product lifecycle management and product transitions.
Perform key analytics to support business sensing and market share trends.
Facilitate critical OPT and BU planning meetings.
Ensure strategic stakeholder communication and cross-functional collaboration to maintain a resilient, agile supply chain aligned with business objectives.

Benefits

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short-term disability coverage
long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (non-exempt employees)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt employees)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)