Global Technical Program Manager
Flex
Sweden, Kalmar
Full-Time
Competitive
RemoteManager
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GlobalTechnicalProgram Manager
To support our extraordinary teams whodesign andbuild great products and contribute to our growth,we’relooking toadd a GlobalTechnicalProgramManager locatedinPoland.
This roleis responsible forleading one or morehigh-complexitylaunch programs to deliver to schedule, quality, and cost commitments for key strategic customers. Itserves as the global interfaceinternally andto the customer, leadingcross-functional andmulti‑site program execution,toensureprogram success.
What a typical day looks like:
Responsible for all program activities from project start until stable production
Lead cross-functional team including engineering, quality, supply chain, NPI, manufacturing, and service/support. Coordinate project activities across global sites, and resolve issues as necessary according to the program schedule
Lead customer interactions to define the product & project requirements and scope, to communicate project status and issues on a regular basis, and resolve issues as needed
Be on-site during NPI builds to understand design, process, test & material challenges, withappropriate teammembers
Travel up to 25-50% to the Europeanmanufacturingsites
Lead the projectin accordance withFlexdevelopment (FPLC)processes. Lead management gate reviews. Ensureaccuraterisk analysis & highlight with proper data or information
Establish the project organization and secure resources for the program by working withappropriate functionalmanagers and/or external sources. Set up clear expectations with all resource owners
Support RFQ response preparation and creation of SOW, in collaboration with the GAM and the customer
Track & manage project expenses across all functional areas
Work hand in hand with factory teamsfor flawless programtransitionsfrom DVT to PVTto ramp and thenstableproduction stage
Closely track liability & support GAM to close any commercial claims
The experiencewe’relooking to add to our team:
Bachelor’s orMaster’sdegreepreferablyinEngineering,(orsupply chain, related fields of study from an accredited school)
5+ years of program management experiencein manufacturing
Ability to lead programs witha strong senseof drive and accountability. A motivated self-starter with an attention to detail and a proven ability to manage programs in a dynamic environment with competing priorities, balancing both strategic and tactical initiatives
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members, including technical concepts, budgets, risks, and schedule issues
Ability to influence at all levels without direct authority,establishcredibility, and build strong partnerships across Flex and customer organizations to deliver the best outcomes for complex programs
Advanced level of English isrequired
Expertisein various manufacturing processes and techniques
Ability to support sales and account management by giving presentations andparticipatingin meetings with customers as the program management representative
A thorough understanding ofthe productdevelopment,including manufacturing
Experience managing programs from early concept through manufacturing ramp
Outstanding communication skillsappropriate forexecutive-level audiences and strong presentation skills
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