Product Lifecycle Supply Chain Program Manager

Cisco•San Jose, CA

8d•$124,800 - $157,900•Hybrid

About The Position

The Supply Chain Program Manager will drive supply chain readiness, total cost management, and bill-of-materials (BOM) resiliency for hardware programs from pre-concept through First Hardware Ship (FHS). The role is accountable for the assigned product portfolio’s total cost and margin management, cost optimization programs, and risk mitigation. Responsibilities include validating costed BOMs and forward costing to identify major cost drivers; supporting standard and gross margin management through commodity analysis and BOM optimization; and leading ramp plans that maintain material supply and delivery continuity between prototype and early production phases. The role is part of Cisco’s Energy Networking System Team, a new and highly visible group developing energy management and power distribution solutions for data centers, smart buildings, and IT infrastructure. The program manager works with hardware engineers, external suppliers, Global Supply Management (GSM), and Supply Chain Finance to support product portfolio readiness, cost savings, and gross margin expectations aligned with Business Unit strategy. This is a hybrid role based in Cisco’s San Jose, California office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of professional experience in Supply Chain and Cost Management or an equivalent field.
Previous experience with cost avoidance, cost reduction, and value engineering.
Applied experience understanding, analyzing, and managing product Bills of Material (BOM) and costing structures.
Experience with root cause analysis and complex problem-solving in a technical manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing and process improvements to drive cost-down and lead-time improvements.
Knowledge of PLM processes and experience with the Agile PDM system.
Analytical capabilities and strong presentation skills to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
Organizational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
Knowledge and application of industry innovations and trends as they relate to product or program development.

Responsibilities

Drive supply chain readiness, total cost management, and BOM resiliency for hardware programs from pre-concept through First Hardware Ship.
Manage total cost and margins for the assigned product portfolio.
Lead cost optimization programs and risk mitigation.
Validate costed BOMs and forward costing, and identify key cost drivers.
Support standard and gross margin management through commodity analysis and BOM optimization.
Lead ramp plans to ensure continuity of material supply and delivery between prototype and early production.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to plan eligibility rules.
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Basic life insurance.
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available, subject to eligibility and continued employment requirements.
Paid holidays and, for non-exempt employees, a floating holiday.
A paid day off for the employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and paid personal wellness days.
Vacation time: non-exempt employees receive 16 days per full calendar year; eligible exempt employees participate in a flexible vacation time-off program.
Paid sick time, including carryover of eligible unused hours.
Additional paid time away may be requested for critical or emergency family issues.
Optional paid volunteer days.
Annual bonuses may be available for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies.