Project Management Director (North America) - Remote working - GC872305 (San Francisco)

Morgan Philips Group; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer is seeking a Project Management Director for North America to oversee multiple projects from concept through mass production. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience, with a solid leadership background in consumer electronics, and a proven track record managing high-volume product development. This role offers the chance to collaborate with senior executives and drive strategic objectives across global teams.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in program/project management.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role within consumer electronics.
• Proven track record managing complex product development projects.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to align program objectives with business strategy.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Lead project reviews ensuring transparency and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Negotiation

Cross-functional Collaboration

Tools

Project Management Software

PMP Certification

Agile Methodologies

Job description

Overview

Were seeking a Project Management Director, North America for one of the largest OEM / ODM electronics group of companies. This role will report to the corporate VP / Head of Project Management and act as the senior project liaison with key clients in North America, driving business engagement and early-stage product development. US citizen / Green card holder is a must.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior executives, clients, and cross-functional teams to align program objectives with business strategy. Drive execution of multiple projects, from concept through mass production.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and resource allocation. Ensure seamless coordination between engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Lead project reviews with internal teams and customer stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability. Monitor program KPIs, escalating issues and driving resolutions proactively.
• Act as the senior project liaison with key accounts, ensuring alignment with expectations. Anticipate client needs and proactively address concerns to maintain trust and long-term partnerships.
• Translate customer requirements into clear deliverables for internal execution teams.
• Build and mentor a team of project and program managers, fostering a culture of ownership and excellence. Develop best practices in program management tailored to the fast-paced consumer electronics industry.
• Champion cross-functional collaboration across global sites and partners.
• Support organizational change initiatives and scalability as the company grows.

Requirements / Desired Profile

• 12+ years of experience in program / project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within consumer electronics OEM / ODM or related hardware industries.
• Proven track record of managing complex, high-volume product development projects for US-based key accounts / clients.
• Deep knowledge of product lifecycle management (concept, design, validation, ramp-up, and mass production).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain operations, and quality systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with project management software and methodologies (PMP, Agile, or equivalent certifications a plus). Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced Silicon Valley environment and travel internationally as needed.

For more information and a confidential conversation, please email your professional CV to [e-mail]. Please note, that while Morgan Philips welcomes and appreciates all candidate response, volume of replies allows us to respond to short-listed candidates only. Resumes are collected for recruitment purposes only.