Technical Program Product Manager

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Kforce has a client that is seeking a Technical Program Product Manager in North Reading, MA.

Overview:
Our clients' Industrial Robotics Group (IRG) Supply Chain team is hiring a Technical Program Product Manager to support its rapidly growing robotics and automation business. Your responsibilities will include leading contract negotiations with suppliers and vendors, drafting and managing contracts for robotics components, equipment, and services, overseeing a contracts database, and acting as a point of contact to cross-functional teams-including engineering, operations, finance, and outside counsel-to support the successful development, deployment, and scaling of industrial robotics solutions. This role may also involve procurement strategy support and supplier relationship management.

The position requires negotiating and documenting various third-party contractual relationships, including non-disclosure agreements, equipment purchase agreements, manufacturing and services agreements, supply agreements, licensing agreements, amendments, work orders, and statements of work related to robotics hardware, software, and integration services. The role also involves developing mechanisms to track contract milestones, supplier obligations, and deliverables, and helping internal stakeholders address supply chain and commercial issues at scale while coordinating with clients, suppliers, and outside counsel.

REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years of experience in contracts management, procurement, or supply chain (hardware/manufacturing preferred)
* Strong written communication skills with experience drafting NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, and purchase agreements
* Ability to manage high volume of contracts and projects independently with minimal guidance

Nice to Haves:
* JD or paralegal certification
* Experience in robotics, automation, or industrial manufacturing supply chains
* Familiarity with Amazon contracting tools and processes (Contract Central, Coupa, SIM)

Breakdown:
* 50% contract negotiation and drafting
* 30% procurement/supply chain support
* 20% supplier management and stakeholder coordination
* Preferred industry: Manufacturing, robotics, automation, aerospace, or automotive; Any hardware-heavy industry works
* Opportunity for conversion/extension: Yes, potential to convert to blue badge based on performance and headcount availability

Disqualifiers:
* No experience with commercial contracts or legal documents
* Cannot work independently or manage multiple priorities simultaneously
* No hardware/manufacturing exposure (purely software or retail background)

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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