Program Manager | Electronics

Grupo TECMA; Tijuana; Presencial; MXN 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Grupo TECMA is seeking a Program/Project Manager to lead end-to-end customer programs across the product lifecycle. You will develop schedules, coordinate NPI, and manage cross-functional teams to meet scope and timelines.

You will also oversee financial performance, present to executives, and maintain strong customer relationships. Excellent communication and high proficiency in Excel and ERP systems are required.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 5+ years of Program/Project Management in a manufacturing environment.
• EMS or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong customer-facing and executive presentation skills.
• Demonstrated financial acumen and business management experience.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or equivalent).

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end execution of multiple customer programs across the product lifecycle.
• Develop and direct program schedules, priorities, and deliverables.
• Establish work plans, milestones, and resource requirements for each phase.
• Ensure on-time delivery within scope and customer expectations.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigations.
• Drive governance through reviews, milestones, and action follow-up.
• Coordinate NPI, engineering changes, transfers, and sustaining activities.
• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned customers.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and exec leadership.
• Lead cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance, and Planning.
• Communicate program status, risks, and achievements clearly.

Conocimientos

Program Management

Cross-Functional Leadership

Financial Acumen

Excel

PowerPoint

ERP Systems

Customer-facing

Negotiation

Problem-Solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business Administration/related field

Herramientas

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Descripción del empleo

Key Responsibilities

Program Management

• Lead the end-to-end execution of multiple customer programs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Develop, organize, and direct program schedules, priorities, and deliverables.
• Establish work plans, milestones, and resource requirements for each project phase.
• Ensure all program deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with customer expectations.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation plans to ensure successful execution.
• Drive program governance through regular reviews, milestone tracking, and action item follow-up.
• Coordinate New Product Introduction (NPI), engineering changes, transfers, and sustaining activities.

Customer Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Lead customer meetings, business reviews, and operational discussions.
• Communicate program status, risks, recovery plans, and achievements to both customers and executive leadership.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance, and Planning.
• Coordinate activities to ensure alignment with customer priorities and business objectives.
• Drive accountability across functional teams to achieve program commitments.
• Facilitate executive-level reporting and decision-making through accurate program updates and performance reviews.

Financial & Business Performance

• Own the financial health of assigned programs.
• Monitor revenue, profitability, and cost performance.
• Drive actions to improve financial metrics while supporting business growth.
• Review and manage:
• Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
• Excess & Obsolete Inventory (E&O)
• Customer Claims
• Freight Expenses
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Value Added Margin (VAM)
• Manufacturing Value Added (MVA)
• Waterfall analysis
• Support quote reviews, business cases, and customer pricing discussions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of Program Management or Project Management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• EMS or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong customer-facing and executive presentation skills.
• Demonstrated financial acumen and business management experience.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or equivalent).

Required Knowledge

• Program Management
• Project Management
• Electronics Manufacturing (EMS preferred)
• New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Supply Chain Management
• Production Planning
• Customer Relationship Management
• Risk Management
• Financial Analysis
• Continuous Improvement