Head of Technical Programme Management

Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL) is a new venture of the Tata Group. The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust. Tata Electronics is redefining the EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) landscape by delivering innovative consumer electronics products, services and solutions.
If you’re passionate about engineering excellence, product reliability, and driving business growth, join us to help shape the future of electronics manufacturing.
Position Description The Technical Program Manager (TPM) will lead the end-to-end execution of complex technical program or supporting project/workstream within Tata Electronics, serving as the primary bridge between product development, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and customer teams. This role is responsible for driving planning, execution, risk management, and operational readiness from concept through mass production, ensuring products are delivered on schedule, within budget, and at the highest quality standards.
The TPM will work cross-functionally with internal teams, customers, and ODM/OEM partners to align technical requirements with manufacturing capabilities, resolve program challenges, and drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical acumen, exceptional program management skills, and history of success in mechanics and FATP success enabling successful delivery of large-scale consumer electronics programs in a fast-paced environment.
This position plays a critical role in scaling Tata Electronics' operations by establishing program governance, driving cross-functional accountability, managing key milestones and risks, and ensuring seamless collaboration across global stakeholders to support business growth and manufacturing excellence.
Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end execution of technical programs related to high-performance electronics product, parts, components, and modules.
Work cross-functionally with design, engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure seamless program execution.
Partner with Client technical teams, factory teams and original design manufacturer (ODM) partners to ramp up production and resolve technical issues.
Identify program risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure timely execution of deliverables.
Utilize data-driven decision-making to optimize processes, improve quality, and enhance operational efficiency.
Represent operations in discussions with product design teams, influencing product architecture for optimal manufacturability, scalability, and cost.
Establish best practices and standardized processes to drive continuous improvement across programs.
Lead technical reviews, manage escalations, and communicate project status to executive leadership.
Excellent program management skills with the ability to manage complex cross-functional projects.
Analytical and data-driven mindset, with problem-solving skills to navigate ambiguity and complexity.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or a related field).
Master’s degree (MBA or M.Desired Experience Level 5+ years of experience in technical program management, product operations, or supply chain management within the consumer electronics industry.
Experience working with OEM/ODM partners and driving manufacturing process improvements.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and operational efficiencies in high-volume consumer electronics production.
Hands-on experience in managing supply chain dynamics, logistics, and procurement.
Experience in Data-driven manufacturing, automation, or Industry 4.0 technologies is a plus.

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