Program Manager

PTEC Solutions Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United States is seeking a detail-oriented Program Manager to oversee multiple sustaining projects and manage procurement processes. This role requires at least 5 years in project management or supply chain operations, a degree in Engineering, and abilities in stakeholder management. The ideal candidate will ensure effective communication across teams, maintain project timelines, and oversee budget control while adapting to changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in project management, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven capacity to balance competing priorities and meet aggressive deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Define project priorities, maintain schedules, and ensure timely delivery.
• Facilitate collaboration between Engineering, Manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Execute purchase requests and oversee budget integrity.

Skills

Project Management

Procurement Operations

Supply Chain Coordination

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Ariba Smart Buy

Job description

Role Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Program Manager to oversee sustaining projects, qualification workflows, and the procurement and allocation of optic modules across various initiatives. The ideal candidate will serve as a central point of contact for cross-functional teams, ensuring project alignment, financial discipline, and effective stakeholder communication.

Primary Responsibilities

• Project Oversight: Define project priorities, maintain rigorous schedules, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Facilitate collaboration between Engineering, Manufacturing, and external suppliers to drive project success.
• Progress Tracking: Monitor project status, sample availability, and the execution of testing schedules.
• Financial & Procurement Management: Execute purchase requests via Ariba Smart Buy, oversee invoice approvals, and maintain budget integrity.
• Communication: Facilitate team meetings, deliver status reports, and provide briefings to key stakeholders.
• Documentation: Maintain program documentation within Jira/Confluence and represent project status during Operations reviews.
• Supply Chain Coordination: Manage the procurement and distribution of optic modules, track inventory levels, and monitor purchase order lifecycles.
• Requirement Planning: Partner with Engineering Program Managers (EPMs) to forecast quarterly optical module needs and reconcile these against historical data to identify and resolve supply gaps.

Qualifications

• Education & Engineering Background: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering is mandatory. Candidates must possess a solid technical foundation and understanding of hardware manufacturing environments.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in project management, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Core Competencies: Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Operational Agility: Proven capacity to balance competing priorities, meet aggressive deadlines, and operate with minimal supervision.
• Personal Attributes: Proactive “can-do” attitude with a strong commitment to continuous learning. Must demonstrate the flexibility to work outside of standard business hours to support global cross‑functional teams and urgent project milestones.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in spreadsheet management and familiarity with project tracking tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Preferred Skills: Prior experience with DVT testing processes is highly desirable.

Candidate Submission Guidelines

We are looking for highly specific, “spot‑on” candidates who align perfectly with the requirements above. Please do not share resumes that are only slightly relevant or lack the core experience requested. We kindly ask that you limit your submissions to a minimum number who are an exact match for this role.