Program Manager

Responsibilities:

Program Management & Execution

• Lead full product lifecycle activities from NPI, pilot build, production ramp, mass production, to sustaining phase.
• Define program scope, milestones, schedules, deliverables, and execution plans.
• Ensure programs are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality targets.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate closely with Engineering & NPI teams, Manufacturing operations, Planning, Warehouse, Logistics, Procurement & Sourcing, and Quality Assurance teams.

Production Ramp & Operational Readiness

• Ensure readiness for production builds, including materials, tooling, test equipment, and manpower.
• Support capacity planning and production ramp-up activities.
• Manage a smooth transition from NPI into mass production.

Supply Chain & Inventory Management

• Work with Planning and Procurement teams to ensure material availability.
• Monitor inventory levels and minimize shortages.
• Mitigate risks related to long lead-time components and supply disruptions.

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify and manage risks related to schedule, yield, quality, cost, and supply chain.
• Lead issue resolution and escalation management across functions.
• Maintain risk mitigation and recovery plans.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor key operational KPIs such as On-Time Delivery (OTD), Yield performance, Cycle time, WIP status, Cost versus budget.
• Prepare and present program status updates to management and customers.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer program updates.
• Manage customer expectations and support escalations.
• Participate in customer audits, reviews, and operational meetings.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive process improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, yield, and operational performance

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 5–10 years of experience in Program/Project Management within manufacturing, semiconductor, or test equipment environment.
• Strong understanding of NPI, production ramp, manufacturing flow, yield, and supply chain operations.
• Good leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple programs under tight timelines.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to work under pressure and tight timelines.
• Good organisational and project management skills.
• Preferred: Experience in semiconductor test handler/equipment industry and PMP, Lean, or Six Sigma certification