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Program Manager III, Hardware NPI, Cloud Supply Chain

Google · United States · On-site

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About the role

A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 5 years of experience in program or project management
  • Experience driving New Product Introduction (NPI) for hardware programs (e.g., PCBA, accelerators, equipment, racks, switches, optics)
  • Experience with materials management (e.g., bill of materials (BOMs), contract manufacturers, supplier coordination, delivery material readiness, etc.)
More about this role
  • Drive material and supply chain readiness for all NPI builds from concept phase to production handoff, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure success.
  • ­Identify and communicate supply chain risks and mitigation plans to ensure materials readiness for NPI builds as well as enabling long term supply continuity into production.
  • ­Be the primary materials liaison with ODM/CM/Suppliers, manage spend against project budgets, and drive large production risk buys and strategic buffers.
  • ­Develop and document global supply chain map for each product, including suppliers, procurement model, lead time, shipment logistics, assembly/test/fulfillment model, and spares strategies.
  • ­Update project schedules, communicate status, risks and influence change, and represent the New Product Introduction Supply Chain organization in internal program meetings, driving initiatives and process improvements to help the team grow in scalability.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience in program or project management.
  • Experience driving New Product Introduction (NPI) for hardware programs (e.g., PCBA, accelerators, equipment, racks, switches,...

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