Senior Program Manager - Advanced Manufacturing

Edison Smart®; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Program Manager to shape global manufacturing strategy and manage capacity planning. In this role, you'll lead cross-functional partnerships and translate operational data into customer-facing insights. The ideal candidate has over 7 years in manufacturing strategy or operations and excels in project leadership and analytics. This position may require up to 25% travel, offering a competitive salary and bonus structure.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in manufacturing strategy, operations, or industrial engineering.
• Strong project leadership across global cross-functional teams.
• Deep analytical skills including capacity modeling and scenario planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead global capacity planning and scenario modeling across multiple product lines.
• Shape and communicate the long-term manufacturing footprint strategy.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and AME.

Skills

Manufacturing strategy

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Executive communication

Digital manufacturing

Job description

Senior Program Manager – Advanced Manufacturing

Columbus, OH | St Louis, MO

$145k - $155k + Bonus

Are you passionate about shaping global manufacturing strategy and translating complex operational data into clear, customer-facing value? We is looking for a senior leader to drive capacity planning, global footprint strategy, and executive-level communication across our manufacturing network.

In this role, you will:

• Lead global capacity planning and scenario modeling across multiple product lines
• Shape and communicate the long-term manufacturing footprint strategy
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and AME
• Turn data into compelling insights for customers and executive leadership
• Support factory expansions, product transfers, and global ramp-ups

What we’re looking for:

• 7+ years in manufacturing strategy, operations, or industrial engineering
• Strong project leadership across global, cross-functional teams
• Deep analytical skills (capacity modeling, cost, throughput, scenario planning)
• Executive-level communication and storytelling ability
• Experience with digital manufacturing, Lean, or operational excellence a plus

Travel: Up to 25%