Program Manager

Plexus Corp.; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 85,100 - 127,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Plexus Corp. is seeking a Program Manager to lead the tactical interface between customers and Plexus functional areas. You will guide the Customer Focus Team and manage day-to-day customer relationships, acting as the ‘voice of Plexus’ to the customer and the ‘voice of the customer’ to Plexus.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, negotiating delivery commitments, and driving improvements in cost, quality, and customer satisfaction in alignment with Plexus Core Values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of related experience preferred.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing customer-focused programs.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Customer Focus Team(s) to ensure program goals and delivery commitments are met.
• Engage with customers on delivery schedules, quarterly business reviews, site visits, and PPV/NRE negotiation.
• Drive continuous improvements in customer service and satisfaction aligned with Plexus values.
• Analyze financial metrics to identify risks and variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Coach and develop team members to realize their potential and uphold Plexus Core Values.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Customer focus

Process improvement

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

About us

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world.

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level.

Salary Range:

$85,100.00 - $127,700.00

Purpose Statement

The Program Manager leads the tactical interface between the customer and various Plexus functional areas. This position is responsible for leading the Customer Focus Team (CFT) and managing the day-to-day customer relationship. In essence, be the “voice of Plexus” to the customer and the “voice of the customer” to Plexus.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Engage and lead the Customer Focus Team(s), ensuring that the team(s) understand(s) the overall program contract(s) / goals, are performing consistently and are empowered to make decisions and solve problems as they arise.
• Take the lead in engaging with Customer(s) in respect of delivery commitments, quarterly business reviews, site visits and negotiating PPV and NRE.
• Lead systematic improvements in customer service and satisfaction in respect of the Plexus' 5Es and Plexus Core Values
• Leverage operational cost and quality metrics to identify improvement opportunities and collaborate with support functions to proactively develop and implement solutions.
• Proactively leverage knowledge of financial metrics to identify risks and variances to plan, and take action to mitigate such risks and variances.
• If have direct reports: Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Education/Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [e-mail]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.