Product Lifecycle Program Manager (hybrid) - 2020746

Cisco•San Jose, CA

5d•$162,500 - $205,400•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a seasoned Product Lifecycle Program Manager (PLPM) to provide strategic leadership over global cost management and the end-to-end product lifecycle from inception to End-of-Life (EOL). This is a high-visibility, senior-level role that requires the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders—including Manufacturing, Engineering, Marketing, and Executive Leadership—to align on strategy and execution for a portfolio of complex product solutions. You will be responsible for defining and implementing the frameworks that ensure operational efficiency and market competitiveness across our global manufacturing footprint.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field.
10+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain management within the high-tech sector.
Proven track record in complex Program Management and executive-level stakeholder management.
Deep expertise in supply chain dynamics, specifically within high-tech environments, product costing, and sophisticated margin analysis.
Advanced knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and sustaining product support

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management and/or MBA
Knowledge of New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
High proficiency in Agile methodologies and advanced MSFT tools.
Extensive experience in the high-tech electronics industry and large-scale electronics manufacturing.
Exceptional executive communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary architect for end-to-end product lifecycle strategy, driving rigorous cost management protocols from launch through EOL to ensure sustained profitability.
Provide authoritative oversight for Engineering Change Management, ensuring seamless technical transitions and minimal operational disruption.
Maintain stringent control over product quality benchmarks and cost structures, ensuring alignment with organizational financial targets.
Lead the mitigation of critical sustaining issues, including line-stop resolutions, CAP account management, AVL optimization, and continuous manufacturing process improvement.
Direct the development and execution of holistic EOL strategies, partnering with integrated product teams to ensure smooth sunsetting of legacy solutions.
Oversee proactive risk assessment, including multi-source technology evaluation, component-level analysis, cost variance mitigation, and comprehensive supply chain reviews throughout the lifecycle.
Lead strategic action planning for product field performance and spearhead initiatives to drive continuous improvement in gross margins.

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock units
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)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
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 (non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (sales roles)