Strategic Technical Program Manager – Customer Programs

Paylocity; Dayton, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The role requires a technical degree and 3+ years of program management in contract manufacturing, plus strong communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a technical field required.
• Minimum 3 years in program, project, or account management in contract manufacturing.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; customer advocacy balanced with organizational needs.
• Collaborative across engineering, manufacturing, sales; capable of leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience with program planning, pricing, and contract reviews preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for business/technical information for assigned customers.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews with the customer and internal teams.
• Coordinate schedules and programs to ensure quality and on-time delivery.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement customer requirements and projects.

Skills

Strong communicator

Customer advocate

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical discipline

Job description

The role requires a technical degree and 3+ years of program management in contract manufacturing, plus strong communication and negotiation skills.