Director of Program Management - Military veterans preferred

Spartronics


Description:

At Spartronics, our organization provides comprehensive contract manufacturing services, ranging from printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) and subsystem integration to full-box build (high-level assemblies). We also offer value-added services from early-stage engineering support to manufacturing testing, design for excellence and sustaining engineering for the full product lifecycle. With over $500 million in revenue, approximately 1,300 dedicated employees, and manufacturing resources strategically located worldwide, our manufacturing network spans the United States and Vietnam. To learn more about our sites, please visit https://www.spartronics.com/locations.

Career Opportunity: Director of Program Management- Reports to VP of Customer Management

Job Location: This position has an on-site work requirement daily at one of our manufacturing locations in the US. Candidate must be within a commutable distance and have the ability to travel up to 50% to other site locations and customers. Relocation Assistance could be provided.

Our US Manufacturing Locations are: Brooksville, FL; Logan, UT; Williamsport, PA; Strongsville, OH; Plaistow, NH; or Watertown, SD

At Spartronics, the Director of Program Management is responsible for optimizing the program management team, systems, and processes across the sites through driving KPl's and forward-thinking strategic initiatives. They will build and lead highly effective teams and have responsibility for both long term and day to day operations of the program management function. They will serve on the Functional Program Management Leadership team providing significant contribution to the strategic direction and standardization of the program management function across Spartronics. They will take a lead role in building positive relationships with both internal and external customers. This position reports to the VP of Customer Management and provides leadership to local program management resources across the company.

What a Day Looks Like:

• Build strong program management talent within the company sites through influential leadership and functional development
• Inspire enthusiasm and participation in the continuous improvement drive for Program Management across the company
• Lead strategic initiatives for program management across Spartronics
• Align processes with best practices across Spartronics
• Accountable for project deliverables; secure and allocate appropriate resources to meet company goals and achieve financial objectives
• Applies knowledge of global contract manufacturing industry to anticipate both customer needs and adapting to a changing global landscape.
• Identifies functional gaps in processes, capabilities or resources within the company.
• Support the implementation of new tools and process which streamline and improve the PM function
• Partner with Site Leaders, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality and Production Control to ensure priorities, issues and actions are resolved in a timely manner
• Support and guide Voice of the Customer Internal Reviews, ensuring understanding and action regarding customer satisfaction and supplier scorecard/ratings

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education- Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year college or university in a related field or equivalent combination of education and years of experience. (Degree in Engineering, Finance/ Accounting, or Business Management desired). MBA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of Contract EMS industry experience in a multi-location environment with experience in high mix / low volume customer programs.
• 10+ years of senior level progressive leadership of a professional staff, or equivalent experience leading teams or work groups
• Extensive and proven successful customer service experience.
• Experience in New Product Introductions (NPI) and Product Transfers
• Experience in financial systems and the program drivers within the manufacturing environment
• Experience in applying Lean principles to Transactional processes. (Business process reengineering).
• Ability to support 50% travel domestically and customer locations
• Due to this position requiring the employee to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance, we can only accept candidates who are US Citizens.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Excellent management, communication and people skills required to influence and manage multiple resources, many of which are not under direct authority. Skilled in conflict resolution and negotiation.
• Must have excellent judgment, technical, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify complex problems and see them through to resolution.
• Executive level presence with exceptional business acumen, possessing overall leadership qualities and abilities
• Entrepreneurial spirit; thrives on autonomy and the challenges of continuous improvement
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to communicate a compelling vision for program management and drive results while developing a strong team
• Effective communication to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
• Driven by a high degree of integrity, with cultural and core value alignment to Spartronics
• Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to work collaboratively with others
• Must be detail oriented, organized, and have ability to inspire others
• Strong learning mindset

Why Join Spartronics?

• High-impact leadership role at a key site in a growing EMS organization
• Opportunities to drive real change and make meaningful improvements
• Collaborative culture rooted in Unity, Accountability, Transparency, and Collaboration
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Compensation

This position offers a salary of $150,000 - $175,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as geographic location, education, years of relevant experience EMS Industry experience, and specific expertise in the electronics manufacturing industry. This position is also eligible for an annual incentive bonus targeted at 30%, which is aligned with company and individual performance.

Our Benefits:

Health and Wellness:

• Medical insurance plans - options include: 1 PPO plan and 2 High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental insurance plans - options include: a Standard plan and a Buy-up plan which includes adult orthodontia
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) – options include: Medical, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose (dental and vision only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness program

Time Off:

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay

Retirement Planning:

• 401(k) plan
• Employer matching contributions (50% to every dollar up to 6%)
• Employees 18 years of age and older are eligible

Financial Security:

• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (company paid) at 1-times your annual salary, with options to increase coverage amounts
• Basic Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance (company paid), with the options to increase coverage amounts
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance plans at a group discount

Professional Development:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training and development programs
• Opportunities to grow and excel in the Electronics Manufacturing industry at a company that values promotions and learning from within. Every day is different, challenging, and rewarding

How to Apply: If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please apply with your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you're excited about joining Spartronics.

Spartronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or based on disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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