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Top Prospect Group lists this Program Manager opportunity in seymour, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Program Manager will be $85,000–$110,000 direct hire with benefits
Job Location
CT – Seymour, CT
Onsite preferred; remote may be considered for the right candidate
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Description
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to manage key customer accounts and programs within a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.
This is a highly customer-facing position responsible for the financial, operational, and commercial performance of assigned programs. The Program Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for customers while working closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, and senior leadership.
The ideal candidate will have extensive contract manufacturing or Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) experience, strong customer relationships, and experience negotiating customer agreements, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs).
We are looking for a senior-level Program Manager who can help manage and grow existing business while also bringing strong industry relationships and customer contacts.
Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as the primary customer contact for assigned accounts and programs
Manage the financial, operational, and commercial performance of customer programs
Build and maintain strong customer relationships to support retention and business growth
Represent customer requirements internally across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Operations, and senior management
Lead negotiations and administration of customer contracts, including MSAs
Identify opportunities for organic revenue and account growth
Monitor program performance including quality, on-time delivery, inventory, ECO management, cost, and schedule
Establish program milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules
Identify program risks and drive issues through resolution
Develop reporting and control systems to measure program progress and identify potential problems
Coordinate activities across Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, and administrative functions
Maintain a minimum 12-month rolling customer forecast
Manage material requirements, long-lead purchases, and customer inventory exposure
Prepare and lead Quarterly Business Reviews with customers
Review program costs, material disposition, cost variances, and additional customer requirements
Coordinate new quotations with Sourcing and Engineering
Manage customer production schedules and delivery commitments
Address Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), temporary deviations, timing changes, and associated costs
Reconcile customer and program liabilities including tooling, NRE, and PPV
Participate in production, shortage, and other critical operational meetings
Identify opportunities to improve cost, quality, lead time, and overall customer performance
Support and mentor other Program Managers when required
Qualifications
8+ years of combined experience in Program Management, Business Management, Engineering, Operations, and/or Procurement
Strong experience within contract manufacturing or Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS)
Senior-level customer/account management experience
Experience negotiating contracts and Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
Demonstrated ability to manage the financial and operational xavwley performance of major customer programs
Strong existing industry relationships and customer contacts highly desirable
Experience identifying and developing opportunities to grow customer accounts
Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems
Ability to interpret multi-level Bills of Material and technical drawings
Experience with configuration management systems
Understanding of GAAP and program financial performance
Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple complex programs and priorities
Medical device or other regulated manufacturing industry experience preferred
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related discipline
8+ years of relevant industry experience
Contract manufacturing/EMS experience strongly preferred
Medical device or regulated manufacturing experience is a plus
CPIM or PMP certification is a plus but not required
Computer Skills
ERP/MRP systems
Worksite address
seymour, CT, 06483, US
Who can apply
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