A globally leading consumer device company based in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Program Manager who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across engineering, procurement, finance, and supplier teams. Successful candidates demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, sound judgment, and a problem-solving mindset, and consistently drive results through collaboration and influence.
Key Responsibilities:
Create and maintain program readiness presentations in Keynote, clearly communicating parts availability, logistics risks, and project timelines to stakeholders.
Pull, track, and continuously update build schedules, adjusting timelines as project priorities evolve.
Partner closely with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, influence outcomes, and manage escalations effectively.
Manage test station budgets, conduct BOM reviews, request and evaluate quotes for new equipment and technologies, and track installation qualification progress.
Execute purchase orders against approved planning requisitions, ensuring accuracy of open orders, supplier confirmations, and committed ship dates.
Negotiate vendor travel rates and accommodations, assess on-site support needs, and ensure strong business justification for spend.
Maintain accurate data across business systems, including purchase orders, serial numbers, equipment tracking, and budget reporting.
Monitor and expedite supplier deliveries, proactively addressing delays and keeping systems updated with the latest commitments.
Coordinate logistics activities including freight pickup, export documentation, customs clearance, and import requirements.
Partner with commodity managers to improve supplier performance metrics and drive cost-effective supply chain solutions.
Work closely with warehouse and finance teams to resolve material receipt issues, invoice discrepancies, and credit holds on a daily basis.
Verify purchase requisitions for accuracy, including cost centers, GL accounts, approval routing, and financial compliance.
Candidate Qualifications:
Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills
Proficiency with Keynote and business data systems
Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams
Experience or exposure to procurement, logistics, or supply chain operations
Proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months with extension
Work Location: Sunnyvale, CA (100% onsite)
Pay range: $ 35.00 - $ 50.00 (DOE)
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