PLM Program Manager
San Jose, CA
12+ Months
Role Summary
The PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) Program Manager leads enterprise-wide PLM initiatives, driving strategy, implementation, modernization, and optimization of PLM platforms across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and business functions. This role ensures end-to-end lifecycle governance-from product ideation through design, release, production, and retirement-while aligning technology solutions with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Strategy
Define and execute PLM roadmap aligned with enterprise digital transformation strategy.
Lead multi-year PLM implementation or migration programs (on-prem to cloud where applicable).
Manage budgets, timelines, risks, and stakeholder expectations.
Drive governance frameworks for product data, change management, and lifecycle controls.
PLM Platform Management
Oversee implementation and optimization of PLM systems such as:
Teamcenter
Windchill
ENOVIA
Arena PLM
SAP PLM
Ensure integration with ERP (e.g., SAP S/4HANA), CRM, MES, CAD tools, and data warehouses.
Drive system performance, scalability, security, and compliance requirements.
Cross-Functional Coordination
Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, IT, and Compliance teams.
Lead business process re-engineering across product lifecycle stages.
Ensure regulatory adherence (FDA, ISO, SOX, industry-specific compliance).
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
Manage PLM vendors, system integrators, and consulting partners.
Negotiate contracts, SLAs, and performance metrics.
Communicate program status to executive leadership.
Risk & Change Management
Identify and mitigate program risks.
Develop organizational change management and training strategies.
Ensure adoption across global user base.
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience in PLM, enterprise systems, or digital transformation programs.
5+ years in Program/Portfolio Management.
Hands-on experience with at least one major PLM platform (Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA, SAP PLM).
Strong understanding of:
Product lifecycle processes (BOM management, ECR/ECO, change control)
ERP/PLM integrations
Cloud migration strategies
Experience in Agile/Hybrid delivery models.
PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification preferred.