Technical Program Manager

Title: Technical Program Manager Job Type: Contract Contract Length: 6 months Target Start Date: ASAP Work Location/Structure: Hybrid - Foster City & Hayward, CA About the Opportunity Our client, a leader in the Autonomous Vehicle industry, is looking for a skilled Technical Program Manager to join their team for a 6-month engagement. This project involves tracking key supplier quality metrics and driving the development and continuous improvement of critical supplier quality and readiness applications (such as APQP and PPAP) across a Global Supply Chain. This is a high-impact role that requires a self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly. Key Responsibilities & Deliverables Translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed product road maps, timelines, dashboards, and deliverables. Drive the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of business applications related to Deviations, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). Develop, track, and report on key quality metrics to identify systemic issues, measure supplier performance, and drive data-informed improvements. Develop project schedules, identify milestones, flag risks, and clearly communicate ongoing progress to relevant stakeholders at all levels. Ensure problems are transparent and risks are identified and proactively mitigated. Work cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., Quality, Engineering, Sourcing, Manufacturing) to ensure project priorities are coordinated and on track. Required Skills & Experience 8-10 years of experience in program management or a similar role. Deep expertise in quality systems & methods, supply chain management, and manufacturing. This isn't a learning role—you need to be a subject matter expert. Proven track record in managing complex cross-functional projects. Excellent communication, organizational, and data analytic skills to provide clear and concise status updates to the project team. BS degree or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline. Bonus Qualifications Master’s degree. #J-18808-Ljbffr