Program Manager

Program ManagerSan Jose, CAFULL-TIME/PERMANENTDEPARTMENT: Program ManagementPOSITION: Program ManagerJOB FUNCTION: The Program Manager will be mainly responsible for managing the program implementation of a customer's product through the contract manufacturing process. You will also be responsible for assigned projected planning, scheduling and oversight of hardware fabrication efforts, and ensure contractual deliveries are made on time and within budget.QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION: BS/BA/master degree in engineering, business, management or a relevant field. Knowledge in electronic manufacturing and supply chain a plus.EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 5 years in program management experience. Experience in electronics manufacturing industry is a plus.LANGUAGE: Proficiency in English required. Bilingual in Mandarin is preferred but not required.SKILLS:Has academic functional skills needed to perform assigned tasksComputer literateStrong communication skillsStrong leadership skillsProject scheduling and time managementBudget management of projectsCritical thinkingTask management – creating a task list, delegate work to others and keep progressQuality management – deliver a product that is fit for its purposeStrong demeanor – this position requires long hours and a determined attitudeRESPONSIBILITIES:Customer interface during the design, development, manufacture and service of the customer's NPI product, as well as insuring the terms of the agreement with the customer are maintained.Developing and maintaining program schedules.Supporting activities including preparing responses to RFQs.Estimating and tracking program timing.Holding cross-functional project status meetings.Formulate, organize, and monitor inter-connected projectsDecide on suitable strategies and objectivesLead and evaluate project managers and other staffDevelop and control deadlines, budgets, and activitiesApply change, risk, and resource managementOur company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.