Supply Chain Program Manager (Contractor)

Anritsu is a provider of innovative communications test and measurement solutions. Anritsu engages customers as true partners to help develop wireless, optical, microwave/RF, and digital solutions for R&D, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance applications, as well as multidimensional service assurance solutions for network monitoring and optimization. Anritsu also provides precision microwave/RF components, optical devices, and high-speed electrical devices for communication products and systems. The company develops advanced solutions for emerging and legacy wireline and wireless technologies used in commercial, private, military/aerospace, government, and other markets. To learn more visit and follow Anritsu on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube.This is a contract opportunity only. As a Supply Chain Program Manager contracting with our Morgan Hill office, you will have responsibility for supporting the manufacturing transition for our PCBA boards.Key Responsibilities include:Own and maintain the integrated transition tracker covering ~125 PCBAs (status by assembly, target site, documentation readiness, qualification status, critical path, risks and owners)Coordinate preparation and completeness of transfer packages (BOMs, AVLs, process documentation, special process requirements, test requirements, quality)Drive and track first-article / pilot / qualification builds and associated change-control activities with suppliers and internal Engineering/Quality/NPI stakeholdersSupport logistics and inventory planning for the transitions (bridge buys, last-time buys, safety stock positioning, shipping plans between sites)Facilitate regular cross-functional transition reviews; capture actions, owners and due dates; escalate risks and blockers earlyAssist with shortage and escalation surge support during peak transition periods so permanent SCPMs are not overloadedMaintain clear status reporting to the Supply Chain Manager and relevant stakeholdersThis position will be reporting to the Sr. Manager, Supply Chain Contract Manufacturing based in Morgan HillRequirements:5+ years in electronics supply chain, EMS/PCBA manufacturing, or supplier management (EMS experience strongly preferred)Demonstrated experience supporting or leading product or process transfer/site transitions in an electronics manufacturing environmentStrong project coordination and tracking skills; ability to manage large numbers of line items with clear status visibilityWorking knowledge of PCBA processes, documentation packages, qualification requirements and change controlExcellent cross-functional communication and ability to drive actions with suppliers and internal teams without direct authorityProficiency with Excel / tracking tools; experience with ERP/MRP systems and supplier portals is a plusAbility to work independently under time pressure and maintain rigorous attention to detailPreferred:Bachelor’s or Associate DegreePrior experience with Contract Manufacturer's or equivalent experienceExposure to manufacturing environments.Why work at Anritsu? Please visit us on Comparably to see what our employees love about working here!Job SummaryRequisition Number: SUPPL001928Job Category: Operations/ManufacturingSchedule: Full-Time