Sr. Project Manager - Contract Manufacturing & Operations

SoloPoint Solutions, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SoloPoint Solutions, Inc. seeks an experienced manufacturing operations leader to manage complex supplier relationships and drive production readiness across contract manufacturers.

You will own the commercial terms, quotes, and quarterly business reviews, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and risk management. In this role you will oversee the CTB process, own master build schedules, and coordinate with global supply management to mitigate shortages and support NPI efforts.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Engineering, Management, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in manufacturing operations or supply chain with contract manufacturers.
• Expert with NetSuite or similar ERP and Google Workspace.
• Strong understanding of hardware manufacturing, assembly lines, and outsourced service models.
• Able to lead cross-functional teams and present to executive leadership.
• Willingness to travel to manufacturing facilities in Mexico.
• Fluency in English; Spanish a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the commercial relationship with Contract Manufacturers (CMs), including negotiating costs, getting quotes, and conducting QBRs.
• Lead the Clear to Build (CTB) process to ensure materials, staff, and capacity meet build forecasts.
• Own master build schedules and serve as point person to ensure production happens on time and stays on track.
• Work with Global Supply Management (GSM) to fix material shortages, manage inventory, and prepare for New Product Introductions (NPI).
• Monitor market conditions and keep leadership updated on risks that could delay production.

Skills

Leadership

Executive communication

Supplier negotiation

Risk communication

English fluency

Education

BA/BS in Engineering or Management

Tools

NetSuite

Google Workspace

Job description

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Engineering, Management, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years in manufacturing operations or supply chain, specifically working with high-tech hardware and external factories (Contract Manufacturers)
• Expert level with NetSuite (or similar ERPs) and Google Suite
• Strong understanding of hardware manufacturing, assembly lines, and outsourced service models
• Able to lead cross-functional teams and present clearly to executive leadership
• Must be able to travel to manufacturing facilities in Mexico
• Fluency in English is required (Spanish is a major plus)
• Experience negotiating with Contract Manufacturers and managing commercial relationships
• Strong understanding of production planning, material management, and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes
• Ability to monitor market conditions and communicate risks to leadership

Responsibilities:

• Own the commercial relationship with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) including negotiating costs, getting quotes, and running Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs)
• Lead the "Clear to Build" (CTB) process ensuring the factory has materials, staff, and capacity to meet build forecasts
• Own the master build schedules and serve as point person for ensuring production happens on time and stays on track
• Work with Global Supply Management (GSM) team to fix material shortages, manage inventory, and prepare for New Product Introductions (NPI)
• Monitor market conditions and keep leadership updated on any risks that could delay production