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Sr. Project Manager - Contract Manufacturing & Operations
Employment Type:
Contract
Category: Manufacturing Engineer
Job Number: 10815
Pay Rate: $60 - $70/hr.
Job Description
Qualifications:
- BA/BS in Engineering, Management, or equivalent experience
- 10+ years in manufacturing operations or supply chain, specifically working with high-tech hardware and external factories (Contract Manufacturers)
- Expert level with NetSuite (or similar ERPs) and Google Suite
- Strong understanding of hardware manufacturing, assembly lines, and outsourced service models
- Able to lead cross-functional teams and present clearly to executive leadership
- Must be able to travel to manufacturing facilities in Mexico
- Fluency in English is required (Spanish is a major plus)
- Experience negotiating with Contract Manufacturers and managing commercial relationships
- Strong understanding of production planning, material management, and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes
- Ability to monitor market conditions and communicate risks to leadership
Responsibilities:
- Own the commercial relationship with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) including negotiating costs, getting quotes, and running Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs)
- Lead the "Clear to Build" (CTB) process ensuring the factory has materials, staff, and capacity to meet build forecasts
- Own the master build schedules and serve as point person for ensuring production happens on time and stays on track
- Work with Global Supply Management (GSM) team to fix material shortages, manage inventory, and prepare for New Product Introductions (NPI)
- Monitor market conditions and keep leadership updated on any risks that could delay production