Product Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has an enterprise client seeking a Product Manager I in North Reading, MA.

Summary:
This role will oversee supply chain initiatives for assigned products, working cross-functionally with sourcing, planning, product, and engineering teams to balance commercial and technical trade-offs. A successful candidate will leverage experience in global supply chain management, and a self-driven approach to achieving sustained operational excellence and cost optimization.

Key Job Responsibilities:
* Work cross-functionally with supply chain teams to identify and drive sustaining operational improvement (cost, lead time, risk management) and seamless execution of programs through sustaining phases
* Act as a single point of contact for program resources to communicate supply chain decisions and progress, provide feedback on supply chain implications of program decisions and changes
* Synthesize inputs from Sourcing, Planning, Logistics, Engineering, and Finance to create balanced recommendations that drive operational excellence, cost reduction targets, and supply chain resilience
* Execute cost reduction roadmaps measuring total cost of ownership including spares, service, replacements, tariffs, and logistics impacts
* Own lead time optimization analysis with clear reduction roadmaps and transparent reporting
* Maintain ownership of supply chain requirements throughout GA and end-of-life phases
* Coordinate cross functional implementation for post-launch design changes (ECOs)
* Drive root cause analysis and process improvements that prevent future occurrences, ensuring sustained operational excellence across the product lifecycle

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
* 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or product operations management in electromechanical commodities
* Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder supply chain initiatives in sustained operations
* Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize data from multiple sources into actionable insights
* Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority (matrix management)
* Experience with supplier relationship management and performance tracking
* Knowledge of global hardware and electromechanical supply chains

Preferred Qualifications:
* Advanced degree (MBA, MS in Supply Chain Management, or Engineering)
* 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or product operations management with direct responsibility in multiple commodities (electromechanical, metals, plastics, ICs, etc.)
* Experience in robotics, electromechanical systems, or similar technology-intensive industries
* Background in both NPI (New Product Introduction) and sustained operations supply chain management
* Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP) and PLM tools (Agile)
* Demonstrated success in cost reduction and lead time optimization initiatives
* Experience with scenario planning and risk mitigation in complex supply chains
* Knowledge of tariff management and trade compliance
* Strong presentation and executive communication skills
* Experience with Product Development Process (PDP) frameworks
* High degree of autonomy in decision-making with clear judgment on when to escalate versus resolve independently

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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