Senior Program Manager (Contract Manufacturing)

Aston Carter•Spokane Valley, WA

7d•$83,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Program Manager, you will manage the New Product Introduction Process (NPI) and Customer Produced Product Transfer (CPPT) for strategic programs critical to our company's revenue, profitability, and future business opportunities. You will frequently report to Director and Officer levels to review NPI progress, evaluate the NPI process and procedures, and recommend improvements.

Requirements

2+ years of contract manufacturing experience
5+ years of program/project management experience
Understanding of NPI (New Product Introduction Process) and CPPT (Customer Produced Product Transfer)
Experience in contract manufacturing and electronic manufacturing
Proficiency in program management, project management, engineering, accounting, NPI, CPPT, RFQ, contract negotiation, and cost reporting
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical publications and reports
Strong communication skills in both verbal and written forms
Ability to present information and respond to questions from small groups of managers, engineers, clients, and customers
Applied engineering mathematics, statistics, and business and economic analysis
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Intermediate to advanced ability to operate a computer and utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business
Knowledge of cost accounting and proficiency in managing timelines
7 years experience in cross-functional project management (in two or more organizations) including 2 years in program management

Responsibilities

Manage assigned market segment by mentoring lower-level Program Managers and keeping apprised of program status within the segment.
Form and manage cross-functional launch teams, driving regular team meetings to review progress, and generate and track cross-functional action item lists and NPI checklist item archives.
Assess risks, develop solutions, implement change, and communicate responsibilities across the organization.
Manage and mentor strategic quotes and the Request for Quote (RFQ) process, elevating critical issues to upper management.
Negotiate and administer contracts utilizing strategic knowledge of customer business scope and sales strategy.
Assess customer needs and adapt the business model to ensure program success and communication across functional groups.
Understand roles of functional departments, target potential areas of concern, and assist in resolving problems.
Generate, maintain, and publish periodic reports on cost, quality, and delivery, including revenue plans and product roadmaps.
Interact and communicate professionally and technically with all levels of management in both written and oral forms.