Manager, Operations Program Management
Core
Managing a global team to lead the end-to-end operational execution of hardware product manufacturing from concept through mass production and sustained volume.
Role type
Senior IC people manager (Operations Program Management)
Builds
New hardware products (dash cameras, gateways, telematics) for physical operations sectors
Domain
Hardware manufacturing / IoT / Connected Operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Operations Program Management, New Product Introduction (NPI), hardware manufacturing lifecycle management, cross-functional team leadership, program planning, risk mitigation, cost reduction, manufacturing strategy, global supply chain coordination
Preferred skills
PLM systems, dash camera/gateway/telematics product experience, PMP certification, MBA or MS degree
Technologies
Confluence, JIRA
Responsibilities
Lead a global Operations Program Management team based in North America and Asia; Own end-to-end operational execution of hardware product manufacturing; Serve as primary operations liaison across Engineering, Product, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing; Develop comprehensive program plans, manage schedules, budgets, and mitigate risks; Define and execute manufacturing strategies for factory readiness and capacity; Drive cost reduction initiatives and ensure robust quality standards
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management responsibilities
