Program Manager

Infinite Electronics•Albany, NY

12d

About The Position

The Program Manager – Data & Fiber Optics supports the day-to-day execution and performance of the Data & Fiber Optics value stream, helping translate strategic objectives into business outcomes. The role works across Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Sourcing, Sales, Marketing, and Quality to coordinate priorities, schedules, and execution activities that improve flow, support new product introduction, strengthen operational performance, and deliver customer value. Under the direction of value stream leadership, the Program Manager manages assigned programs and projects, tracks performance, supports continuous improvement, and keeps cross-functional execution on track across multiple product categories and companies. The position coordinates value stream governance, operating cadences, performance reporting, issue resolution, and improvement efforts. It also manages cross-functional execution of assigned new product development and product lifecycle projects, maintains project plans and risk information, and communicates status and dependencies to stakeholders and value stream leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline; equivalent experience is considered.
At least 3 years of experience supporting cross-functional programs, product development initiatives, business operations, or value stream activities; preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of value stream concepts, flow metrics, portfolio management, and business process improvement.
Ability to use data analytics to evaluate performance and support business decision-making.
Experience with enterprise portfolio and workflow management platforms such as Aha!, Jira, or equivalent.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and business intelligence tools such as Power BI and Fabric.
Ability to build working relationships and coordinate alignment across multiple functions and organizational levels.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines in a cross-functional environment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of product data management, ERP systems, and data analytics.
Knowledge of distribution of electronics components or subsystems.
Experience with value stream mapping and flow analysis.
Knowledge of change management and continuous improvement.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Work experience in private equity-owned companies.

Responsibilities

Coordinate execution activities for the Data & Fiber Optics value stream across multiple brands, functions, and business units.
Support value stream governance, priorities, and operating cadences, including preparing agendas, materials, and follow-ups for recurring meetings.
Partner with functional leads to surface capacity constraints, execution risks, and resource needs.
Help build and maintain a value map identifying constraints, bottlenecks, dependencies, and improvement opportunities.
Track and report value stream performance indicators, including lead time, cycle time, throughput, inventory health, launch velocity, and resource utilization.
Identify issues affecting value flow and business performance and coordinate resolution with appropriate owners.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and accelerate delivery of customer value.
Manage cross-functional execution of assigned new product development and product lifecycle projects within the value stream.
Coordinate execution across Product, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Compliance, Quality, Sales, and Marketing.
Maintain project plans, schedules, and issue and risk logs, and keep scope, deliverables, and dependencies documented and current.
Provide input to prioritization and sequencing of product initiatives.
Communicate project status, risks, dependencies, and issues to stakeholders and value stream leadership.
Prepare reporting, dashboards, and business review materials to support decision-making.
Coordinate schedules, meetings, and follow-through across globally distributed stakeholders and functional teams.