Technical Program Manager

Technical Program Manager – Contract Protingent Staffing is offering an exciting contract Technical Program Manager position with our client in Santa Clara, CA. Job Responsibilities Lead the Cost Dimension workstream for the Supply Chain and Order Management SAP ERP implementation Partner with GPOs and functional leaders across Strategic Sourcing & Procurement, Cost Operations, Hyperscaler Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT Align cross‑functional stakeholders on requirements, priorities, dependencies, and implementation decisions Partner with SAP functional teams, solution architects, and system integrators to deliver solutions aligned with SAP best practices Drive activities across strategic sourcing, direct procurement, supplier management, procurement operations, cost operations, hyperscaler procurement, spend analytics, S2P processes, and master data Help architect solutions that align with industry standards, minimizing customizations Lead workshops, design reviews, and issue resolution sessions Manage cutover planning and deployment readiness activities Own project risks, issues, dependencies, and key decisions Track milestones, deliverables, and action items to ensure on‑time execution Provide status updates to program leadership and stakeholders Support data migration, validation, and testing for supplier, procurement, sourcing, and spend data Drive cross‑functional accountability through deployment and post‑go‑live stabilization Job Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related field 8+ years leading ERP, procurement, supply chain, or enterprise transformation programs Proven experience as a Technical Program Manager, Project Manager, or Workstream Lead on SAP ERP implementations Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to both technical and executive audiences Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously Self‑starter with a strong work ethic and a "go‑getter" mentality Proactive approach to identifying risks, gaps, and opportunities before they become issues Comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast‑changing environments with minimal direction Strong stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills across all levels of the organization Skilled facilitator, able to lead productive workshops and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders Sound judgment and decisiveness when navigating competing priorities or incomplete information High level of accountability and ownership over outcomes Adaptable and resilient, able to pivot quickly as project needs evolve Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities Collaborative team player who works effectively across cross‑functional and matrixed teams Detail‑oriented with the ability to balance big‑picture thinking and day‑to‑day execution Confident influencing without direct authority Nice to Have Industry experience in high‑tech manufacturing, data storage, networking, electronics, semiconductor, or other complex hardware industries PMP, Agile, SAP, or related certifications Job Details Job Type: Contract Pay Range: $100–$111 per hour Location: Santa Clara, CA Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401(k) plan. About Protingent Protingent is an Award‑Winning provider of top‑tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation—from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future. #J-18808-Ljbffr