Technical Program Manager

Role Overview

The role is focused on leading end-to-end product development programs, coordinating with ODM partners, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring products are delivered on time, within quality standards, and aligned with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• ODM Coordination & Collaboration : Lead interactions with Original Design Manufacturers (ODMs). Coordinate with Product Managers to ensure product specifications, timelines, and quality standards align with the overall product strategy.

• Product Development & Lifecycle Management : Drive the complete New Product Development (NPD) lifecycle from Ideation, Concept design, Prototyping, Testing, Final production. Ensure products meet customer expectations and business objectives.

• Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with R&D, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Design, Sales, Operations. Ensure product features, cost targets, and timelines are achieved.

• Project Planning & Execution : Develop and manage project plans, Track milestones, deliverables, and timelines. Identify and mitigate risks, delays, and quality issues to support on-time launches.

• Quality Control & Compliance : Ensure products comply with industry standards, certifications, and regulatory requirements, Lead quality control and testing activities before product launch.

• Timeline Management & Reporting : Manage development schedules. Provide regular progress updates, report risks, and recommend resolution strategies to stakeholders and senior leadership.

• Communication & Stakeholder Management : Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders. Keep Product Managers informed about project status, timeline changes, and scope updates.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical, Production, Industrial, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline is required.
• A Masters degree or MBA in Operations, Product Management, or a related field will be an added advantage.
• 10+ years of experience in Product Development, Project Management in Manufacturing environments
• Candidates from Electronics, Auto, Manufacturing sector will be preferred.
• Excellent analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.