Program Manager

Milwaukee Electronics • Canby, OR

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About The Position

Milwaukee Electronics has been delivering innovative manufacturing solutions for more than 70 years. Our success is built on strong customer partnerships, advanced manufacturing expertise, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We are looking for a Program Manager who thrives in a customer-facing leadership role and enjoys balancing relationship management, technical program execution, and business strategy. Summary As a Program Manager, you will serve as the strategic partner and primary point of contact for assigned customer programs. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, and sales teams to deliver exceptional program outcomes while supporting customer growth and long-term partnerships. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges, building trusted customer relationships, and influencing business results.

Requirements

• 7+ years in electronics or PCBA manufacturing
• 5+ years in a customer-facing manufacturing or OEM buyer role
• 3+ years leading cross-functional teams
• Customer relationship leadership
• Program and project management
• Financial and operational analysis
• Negotiation and executive communication
• Ability to manage competing priorities

Nice To Haves

• Managing complex or multi-location programs
• RFQ support and pricing strategy development
• Margin and performance analysis

Responsibilities

• Lead Customer Relationships
• Act as the trusted advisor and primary contact for assigned customers
• Lead business reviews and program communications
• Identify opportunities to improve customer satisfaction and expand partnerships
• Own Program Performance
• Monitor program performance, cost, and delivery metrics
• Support pricing strategies, RFQs, and contract negotiations
• Partner with customers and internal teams to manage demand forecasting
• Drive Program Execution
• Lead New Product Introductions, engineering changes, and quality improvement initiatives
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet customer expectations and deadlines
• Collaborate & Influence
• Provide guidance to internal customer support teams
• Partner with site leadership to drive alignment and execution

Benefits

• Work with cutting-edge technology and global customers
• Join a collaborative, high-impact team
• Influence programs from concept through production
• Grow your career in a stable, innovation-driven organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed