Material Program Manager

TEAL DRONES INC • South Salt Lake, UT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly strategic, numbers-driven Material Program Manager (MPM) – PCBA to orchestrate the end-to-end material architecture for our printed circuit board assemblies. This role requires a 8+ year veteran who will split focus evenly between launching fast-paced New Product Introductions (NPI) and scaling long-term Mass Production. Leveraging deep expertise in component planning and market intelligence, you will proactively mitigate global supply chain risks from early prototype builds through product maturity, ensuring flawless execution with our EMS partners.

Requirements

• 8+ years of direct experience in electronics material program management, component planning, or hardware supply chain execution.
• Hands-on proficiency using Z2Data (or identical component risk/obsolescence databases like SiliconExpert) to proactively scrub BOMs and manage cross-referencing.
• In-depth knowledge of PCBA manufacturing lifecycles, global semiconductor dynamics, and active/passive electronic commodities.
• Deep knowledge of enterprise ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and PLM applications (e.g., Agile, Arena).
• Advanced Excel mastery (pivot tables, complex data architecture, multi-source BOM consolidation).
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Electrical Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• APICS (CPIM or CSCP) certification.
• Deep network of direct contacts at major electronic component distributors and global foundries.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Hardware Engineering during early design phases.
• Scrub Bill of Materials (BOMs) using Z2Data to flag cross-references, obsolescence risks, and compliance flags before design freeze.
• Manage rapid-turn prototype material procurement.
• Secure component allocations for initial engineering validation builds (EVT/DVT/PVT).
• Standardize and own the data handoff process as PCBAs transition from engineering prototypes into stable mass production.
• Maintain rigorous, real-time CTB line visibility.
• Resolve component shortages before they impact production schedules at our EMS providers.
• Translate rolling production forecasts into actionable component-level plans.
• Align capacity commitments with Tier-1 chipmakers and distributors.
• Constantly monitor market supply health using Z2Data.
• Track lead times, geo-political risks, and structural component allocations to formulate mitigation strategies.
• Monitor Contract Manufacturer inventory levels, excess and obsolete (E&O) exposure, and manufacturing component yields.
• Drive emergency vendor escalations for high-impact shortages.
• Secure factory allocations and negotiate expedited delivery dates.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior